Fonterutoli Chianti Classico DOCG Mazzei

In Fonterutoli a Chianti expression of the Territory

Produced with Sangiovese and a small amount of Malvasia Nera, Colorino and Merlot, it is characterized by a balance of elegance and complexity, which make this wine a magnificent example of the “terroir”. 

Winery location: Loc. Fonterutoli - Commune of Castellina in Chianti (Si) 
Grape varieties: 90% Sangiovese; 5% Malvasia Nera eColorino; 5% Merlot 
Alcohol: 13,75% vol 
Total acidity: 5,8 ‰ 
Location of vineyard: Fonterutoli: 450 m. (1,476 ft.) a.s.l.; west - southwestern exposure, Belvedere: 300 m.(920 ft.) a.s.l.; southestern – southwestern exposure. 
Training system: Spur cordon-training and Guyot 
Nr. of vines per hectare: 4.500 - 7.600 plants 
Harvest: Hand picked from September 21st (Sangiovese); from September, 27th (Malvasia Nera e Colorino); from September 12th (Merlot) 
Fermentation temperature: 28° - 30° C 
Period of maceration: 16 - 18 days 
Aging: 12 months in small french oak barrels (225 lt. / 50% new) 

Bottled at the origin by Marchesi Mazzei Spa Agricola Loc. Fonterutoli Castellina in Chianti (SI) - Italy