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2021 Felsina Fontalloro

Kerin O'Keefe

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Felsina's premium Fontalloro is 100% Tuscan Sangiovese. But is labelled a 'Super Tuscan' simply because some of the old vines are outside the Classico zone (Fontalloro or Poggio al Sole are within, but Casalino and Arcidossino are in Chianti Colli Senesi). A deliciously elegant yet plush expression, the sheer care and quality here are palpable. Sangiovese puts forwards darker fruit than usual, but retains the grape's native poise and medium body, with huge satisfaction in the aromatic brightness and layering. It is loaded with both the indescribable complexity and effusive charm for which Felsina are so famous Decant soon or cellar.

$125.00 in mixed 6+ or $140.00 per bottle

Overview

Grape

Sangiovese

Its Origins

The estate vineyards straddle the Chianti Classico and Chianti Colli Senesi region, and are quite close to the town of Siena. There are 61 hectares of vines in all, but the property is much bigger, totalling 475 hectares, and including olive trees, wheat fields and forests. The name Felsina dates back to the Etruscan people, and back to 2000 BC. Many words in Italy beginning with ‘Fel’ or ‘Bol’ have Etruscan roots. The modern era of Fèlsina began in 1966 when current owner Giuseppe Mazzocolin’s father-in-law acquired the property. They began with 9 hectares of vines, but grew this by massale selection to its current size, and acquired a second property: Castello di Farnetella, in the Colli Senesi.

What The Critics Say

96/100 Kerin O'Keefe

"Alluring aromas of dark exotic spice, black-skinned berry, violet and juniper waft out of the glass on the gorgeous 2021 Fontalloro. Elegant and structured, the chiseled palate is incredibly focused, delivering ripe Morello cherry, cassis, star anise and cake spice alongside taut, fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity keeps it beautifully balanced and energized. While it's tempting now, this is still in its infancy and needs time to fully develop so give it a few more years." Drink 2029 - 2036

96/100 WinesCritic.com, Raffaele Vecchione

"Intriguing and decidedly noble in its sensory profile, it displays notes of lemon blossom, hawthorn, elderberry, lemongrass, vetiver, crushed celery, and juniper berries. Medium-full body, bite, and a fascinating character, it displays balance and personality. Rich in grace, it is immediately indulgent but will develop over time. Best enjoyed from 2026."

95+/100 RobertParker.com, Monica Larner

"The Fèlsina 2021 Fontalloro reveals an elegant bouquet with a streamlined character that delivers good intensity but never goes overboard. In fact, this vintage might be a little thinner than I remember past vintages being. But Sangiovese wears this slender style well and delivers lots of wild cherry and forest berry nuances along the way. You also get soft mineral tones and earthy iris root. This bottle should develop nicely with aging time in the cellar." Drink 2025 - 2040

Stats & Food Matching

Variety	Sangiovese
Region	Tuscany
Closure	Cork
Volume	750ml
Alcohol	14.00%
Maturity	2025 - 2040

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