2015 Siepi, Magnum

Tasting notes:

Siepi, owned by Mazzei family since 1435, has always been a model farm, still managed today with the same kind of respect. A unique location, a special microclimate, the foresight in the early 1980s to plant Merlot as the ideal grape to complement Sangiovese in a very particular "terroir" produce a wine which is perfectly balanced between elegance, power and complexity. Aged in new French barriques for up to 18 months (70% new) before the blend and a further 4 months in concrete tanks. Concentrated and expressive on the nose with notes of dried herbs and sweet spices alongside forest notes with bramble fruit. Full-bodied and precise on the palate with smooth tannins and a great length. Concentrated and expressive on the nose with notes of dried herbs and sweet spices alongside forest notes with bramble fruit. Full-bodied and precise on the palate with smooth tannins and a great length.

Producer description:

Fonterutoli is located near Siena on hills facing the Val d’Elsa, in the heart of Chianti Classico. Owned by the Mazzei family since 1435, Castello Fonterutoli promotes local varieties which express the identity of their land, while respecting nature and its diversity. The vineyards spread over 110 hectares divided on 144 single parcels with altitudes ranging from 220m to 570m. The estate is densily planted and produces very limited yields. Grapes are top quality making full-bodied wines with structure, balance and freshness.