Azienda Agricola Fontodi
Vigna del Sorbo Gran Selezione Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend
Chianti Classico, Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
Outstanding, big bold sangiovese…this will age a long time…good thing I have a second one!
Outstanding, big bold sangiovese…this will age a long time…good thing I have a second one!
Jan 3rd, 2023Ripe and rich, however, acid still at high level…but thats sangio for ya! Tannins somewhat clunky, herbal, red:black fruit, long finish
Ripe and rich, however, acid still at high level…but thats sangio for ya! Tannins somewhat clunky, herbal, red:black fruit, long finish
Mar 24th, 2022
Winery is located in the heart of Chianti Classico in the valley which lies south of the town of Panzano and is called the "Conca d’Oro" (the golden shell) because of its amphitheatre shape. Deep Ruby with aromas of dried fruits and oak notes, 18 months of French oak aging. On the palate flavors of sweet cherry with tobacco and floral tones. Fine sweet tannins, vivid acidity, well balanced, long finish ending with earthy mineral character, 15% alcohol, nice mouthfeel. Pricy but one of the best I’ve tasted, consistent.
Winery is located in the heart of Chianti Classico in the valley which lies south of the town of Panzano and is called the "Conca d’Oro" (the golden shell) because of its amphitheatre shape. Deep Ruby with aromas of dried fruits and oak notes, 18 months of French oak aging. On the palate flavors of sweet cherry with tobacco and floral tones. Fine sweet tannins, vivid acidity, well balanced, long finish ending with earthy mineral character, 15% alcohol, nice mouthfeel. Pricy but one of the best I’ve tasted, consistent.
Mar 24th, 2022
Tough vintage, closed at first, but then opens up with a bouquet of berries, but very high alcohol level, 15%
Tough vintage, closed at first, but then opens up with a bouquet of berries, but very high alcohol level, 15%
Jul 4th, 2019
Fontodi’s 2012 Vigna del Sorbo #ChiantiClassico #GranSelezione is all that ~ night one deep and dark with herbs, roots and barks for tea dominating the flavors ~ dark fruits popping a bit more when paired with sausage pasta ~ night two more red fruits emerging especially when paired w steak and truffle fries 😉
Fontodi’s 2012 Vigna del Sorbo #ChiantiClassico #GranSelezione is all that ~ night one deep and dark with herbs, roots and barks for tea dominating the flavors ~ dark fruits popping a bit more when paired with sausage pasta ~ night two more red fruits emerging especially when paired w steak and truffle fries 😉
Nov 20th, 2018Winery is located in the heart of Chianti Classico in the valley which lies south of the town of Panzano and is called the "Conca d’Oro" (the golden shell) because of its amphitheatre shape. Aromas of dried fruits and oak notes from 24 months of aging. On the palate sweet cherry flavors with tobacco and floral tones. Fine dusty tannins, well balanced, long finish ending with earthy mineral character. Pricy but one of the best I’ve tasted.
Winery is located in the heart of Chianti Classico in the valley which lies south of the town of Panzano and is called the "Conca d’Oro" (the golden shell) because of its amphitheatre shape. Aromas of dried fruits and oak notes from 24 months of aging. On the palate sweet cherry flavors with tobacco and floral tones. Fine dusty tannins, well balanced, long finish ending with earthy mineral character. Pricy but one of the best I’ve tasted.
Apr 24th, 2018
The 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna del Sorbo is quite possibly the most elegant, refined version of this wine I have ever tasted. It does not offer the immediacy or impact of either the 2015 or 2016, but, instead, impresses with its elegance, persistence and total class. Bright floral and spice notes add perfume to a core of red-toned fruit. The 2018 represents another move towards greater finesse at Fontodi. It spent a year in French oak barrel and a second year in cask. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, September 2021)
The 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna del Sorbo is quite possibly the most elegant, refined version of this wine I have ever tasted. It does not offer the immediacy or impact of either the 2015 or 2016, but, instead, impresses with its elegance, persistence and total class. Bright floral and spice notes add perfume to a core of red-toned fruit. The 2018 represents another move towards greater finesse at Fontodi. It spent a year in French oak barrel and a second year in cask. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, September 2021)
This is a "wow" wine. The fruit is lovely with notes of black cherry and cassis accented by brown spice tones. The tannins are superb wit lovely cherry and cherry pit flavors. Great Sangiovese austerity with mineral and fruit on the finish. This is mature but will keep.
This is a "wow" wine. The fruit is lovely with notes of black cherry and cassis accented by brown spice tones. The tannins are superb wit lovely cherry and cherry pit flavors. Great Sangiovese austerity with mineral and fruit on the finish. This is mature but will keep.
1 person found it helpfulJun 30th, 2016
Maybe the best Chianti I've ever tried. Maybe Its maybelline. But at $68 per bottle, it BETTER be the best Chianti I've ever tried.
Maybe the best Chianti I've ever tried. Maybe Its maybelline. But at $68 per bottle, it BETTER be the best Chianti I've ever tried.
1 person found it helpfulOct 19th, 2015