Fontodi Case Via Syrah 2020

Fontodi is located in the heart of the Chianti Classico. More precisely in the valley that opens south of the town of Panzano called "Conca d'oro". A terroir renowned for centuries for its vocation for quality viticulture. This is due to the unique combination of high altitude, marly soils, great brightness and a fantastic microclimate, warm, dry and with a wide temperature range. All Fontodi wines are produced from grapes from their own vineyards, harvested by hand, carefully chosen and vinified in a way that enhances the character of the vines and the territory.

Fontodi has belonged to the Manetti family since 1968. The family has been associated for centuries with another activity typical of the Chianti region, the production of its famous “terrecotte” tiles. And it is in the name of this strong link with the territory and a great passion for quality that the estate has moved successfully towards an ever more attentive cultivation of the vineyards and a more profound knowledge of the potential of Sangiovese in the zone of Panzano. Fontodi is a certified organic estate which extends over 130 hectares of which about 70 are planted with vines. The type of agriculture practised is inspired by the principles of respect of nature and sustainability. Not only are no chemical products used but there is an effort to maximize the internal resources of the estate, thereby reducing the need for any external input. Respecting the environment means wines that are better, purer, and a truer expression of the grape and the territory. ?The process of vinification and ageing in wood takes place in the modern cellar, built on descending levels to take advantage of gravity, guaranteeing the most respect possible for the natural integrity of the grape, in order to exalt the character and elegance of the wines.

A long aging Syrah, ready to be enjoyed right now, but also capable of giving wonderful evolutions if left to further refine in the bottle. In the hills of central Tuscany, the Fontodi winery cultivates the grapes from which it obtains the “Case Via”, a Syrah that rests for 18 months in oak barrels. It is a wine with a strong personality, which does not hide its most typical traits. Pulpy and rich, it is a Syrah that is well suited to consistent and tasty land cuisine

This red exhibits gamy, bacon fat notes framing the core of plum, blackberry, violet and iron flavours. It has dense, mouthcoating tannins, with breezy acidity and saturated fruit to match. Excellent balance and length. - Wine Spectator, 94 Points. 

The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal - Syrah
Country - Italy
Region - Tuscany
Vintage - 2020
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 15%
Other - Certified Organic