Fontodi “Pastrolo” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2021 75 cl

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Why buy it
A top-tier Sangiovese expressing the true character of Lamole: complex, linear and deeply expressive. The 2021 Pastrolo is perfect for fans of evolving Chianti Classico or collectors seeking refined verticality.

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Description

History
Pastrolo is a cru in Lamole acquired by Fontodi, with vineyards planted in 1973 on Macigno marl soils. It is one of the newest entries in Fontodi’s Gran Selezione portfolio: from a small vineyard, high elevation (~600 m), and managed under strict viticulture. The 2021 vintage is the first release under the Gran Selezione label for this cru, marking the estate’s movement toward finer territorial expression.

Grape variety
Sangiovese 100 %

Vinification
Grapes are hand harvested and sorted; fermentation and prolonged maceration occur in stainless steel or modern vat; followed by about 20 months aging in French oak tonneaux and part in large casks for further integration before release.

Alcohol content
14.5 %

Tasting notes
Deep garnet color. On the nose: black cherry, plum, Mediterranean herbs, notes of lavender and graphite, with a mineral thread evoking slate and pencil. On the palate: dense yet fluid, with fine but structured tannins, lively acidity, and a long, precise finish with echoing fruit and spice.

Food pairing
Reveals itself beautifully with robust red meats, braised dishes, game, truffle or mushroom-based cuisine, and heavily aged cheeses. Serve at 18‑20 °C, decanted for at least one hour.

Additional information

Weight 1,5 kg

Brand

Fontodi

Fontodi has been owned by the Manetti family since 1968, which instead comes entrepreneurially from the famous terracotta sector. The decision to also invest in wine and specifically in the Chianti Classico of Panzano derives precisely from this strong link with the Tuscan territory and from the desire to enhance the quality production of the region’s excellence, especially Sangiovese. The company is certified organic and covers 170 hectares of land of which just over 80 are planted with vineyards. All the agriculture practiced adheres to principles of respect for the vineyard, the environment and nature and sustainability is the watchword in Fontodi: we try not only to avoid in the most categorical way the use of chemical products harmful to the health of the environment, but rather to use as much material as possible from the company itself. For example, the vineyards are fertilized using a compost of pruning residues and manure that comes from the internal breeding of Chianinas. The cellar is very modern and develops vertically in order to exploit the force of gravity for carrying out the various stages of vinification which allows to maintain a greater integrity of the fruits and to obtain “healthier”, fragrant and intense wines.

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