
The Fontodi Estate in Panzano in the heart of the Chianti Classico region is greatly admired and rightly recognised as one of the world's greatest wine producers. Giovanni Manetti balances a deep respect for tradition and heritage with his innovative spirit and embrace of modern techniques. His mature, organically farmed vines sit in the Conca d’Oro (‘golden shell’) of Panzano, an amphitheatre of sun-soaked vineyards to the south-west of the village. Enjoying an elevation of 400m above sea level, which is relatively high for the region, the fruit grown here retains fresh, vivid acidity at the same time as achieving rich, ripe flavour development.
Order by midday on Friday 7th February
The wines are balanced, quite rich and intense (due to the small crop), and the tannins are of very good quality.Winemaker Giovanni Manetti
Fontodi Chianti Classico is known as one of the all-time best value fine wines and is a perfect place for starting to build your collection. Approachable on release (this latest vintage especially so), it also ages wonderfully well. The new 2022 is now ready to ship and I am pleased to offer both bottles and magnums to you today. Aside from being exceptional value, it is absolutely delicious.