Fontodi Syrah Casa Via 2021

A standout expression of Syrah from the heart of Tuscany, Fontodi's 2021 'Casa Via' exudes character and elegance. This wine offers an intense bouquet of ripe blackberries, black pepper, violets, and hints of smoked meat, seamlessly complemented by subtle oak and herbal undertones. On the palate, it delivers a full-bodied experience with silky tannins, bright acidity, and a layered complexity that leads to a long, velvety finish. A compelling example of how Syrah thrives in the unique terroir of Chianti.

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Type: Red Wine
Style: Full-bodied, Spicy
Grape Varietal: Syrah
Tastes Like: Blackberry, black pepper, violet, smoked meat, herbs, oak
Alcohol Percentage: 14.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Toscana IGT
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Terroir: Limestone-clay soils in Panzano
Aging: Aged in French oak barrels
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C – Best served slightly below room temperature

Fontodi is a renowned organic estate located in the Conca d'Oro valley of Panzano, in the heart of Chianti Classico. Owned by the Manetti family since 1968, the winery is dedicated to sustainable farming and precise, terroir-driven winemaking. The 'Casa Via' label highlights small-production wines, such as this distinctive Syrah, that reflect innovation and varietal expression in Tuscany's diverse landscape.

Seafood: Chargrilled octopus or tuna with pepper crust.
Poultry: Duck confit or roasted quail with juniper.
Vegetarian: Eggplant caponata or lentil and mushroom ragu.
Meat: Grilled venison, lamb chops, or slow-cooked short ribs.

Brie: Soft and creamy, mellowing the wine's spiced richness.
Gruyère: Nutty and savoury, matching the Syrah's depth.
Camembert: Earthy and soft, enhancing the herbal and floral tones.
Pecorino: Salty and firm, highlighting the wine's structure.

Spezzatino di Cinghiale (Tuscan Wild Boar Stew)

Ingredients:

• 800g wild boar meat, cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bottle red wine
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 sprigs rosemary
• Olive oil, salt and pepper
• 500g tomato passata

Instructions:

1. Marinate the wild boar in red wine with garlic, bay leaves, and rosemary overnight.
2. Drain and pat dry. Sear the meat in olive oil until browned.
3. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery. Return meat to the pot and pour in fresh wine and tomato passata.
4. Simmer gently for 2–3 hours until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve with crusty bread and a glass of Fontodi Syrah Casa Via for a bold Tuscan pairing.