2016 Felsina Fontalloro IGT, Tuscany
A$136.50
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FELFONT16
The 2016 Fontalloro is marked by vertical lift and a level of sheer structural intensity that is rare for this usually more sensual wine. Powerful, deep and also quite reticent, the 2016 is going to need a number of years before it starts drinking well. Even so, that it is a very special wine in the making is abundantly evident.
A bright and vivid wine with dark-berry and cherry character. Hints of dried flowers. Full body. Impressive density and richness. Always on the mark in a top vintage. 100% sangiovese.
94 -95 points James Suckling jamessuckling.com
100% Sangiovese, first made in 1983
From three vineyards: Poggio al Sole in Chianti Classico and Casalino and Arcidossino vineyards in Chianti Colli Senesi, hence the IGT designation.
The soil in Colli Senesi is predominantly loam and sand.
Productions: 3335 cases
The 2016 Fontalloro is bold, hearty and deeply flavored, with all of the Sangiovese wildness that is so typical of Fontalloro. Ripe dark cherry, grilled herbs, smoke, leather, game and incense are some of the many aromas and flavors that open up in a potent, virile Fontalloro loaded with personality and character. In so many ways, 2016 is THE archetype of what Fontalloro is - a Sangiovese that is a bit wild and unruly but also full of charm.
96 points, Antonio Galloni, vinous.com
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany/Toscana |
| Varietals | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 96 |
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