Fontodi Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Terrazze San Leolino 2021
Fontodi Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Terrazze San Leolino 2021
98 Vinous
The 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Terrazze San Leolino is another highlight in this range from Fontodi. It's a huge step up from the 2020. Red cherry, iron, spice, leather, licorice, crushed rocks and herbs make a strong first impression. Bright acids, the result of elevation and a year with wide diurnal swings, yielded a Gran Selezione of stunning elegance, complexity and finesse.
96 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Now showing the Panzano UGA on the front label, the Fontodi 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Panzano Terrazze San Leonlino is a delightful wine and a relatively new addition to a portfolio that excels in a classic vintage such as 2021. Taking full advantage of new regulations that give identity to appellation subzones the wine exudes the depth, richness and sunshine that Panzano fruit is known for. The bouquet is stitched together with generous black fruit, pencil shaving and light spice, but the wine ultimately stands apart for its threefold balance of fruit versus acidity versus oak spice. Rating: 96+
95 Wine Spectator
Offering cherry, pomegranate, floral, iron and resin flavors, this bright, elegant red tightens up on the finish for now yet remains balanced and silky, lingering nicely. Give this six months to a year to open. Best from 2026 through 2042.
Fontodi's Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Terrazze San Leolino 2021 is a testament to the rich tradition and exceptional terroir of Tuscany. This wine embodies the essence of the region, offering a harmonious blend of flavors that reflect the meticulous care taken in its production.
Composition: Predominantly Sangiovese with a blend of other traditional varietals. Vine age and soil type contribute to the complexity and depth.
Winemaking: The grapes undergo a careful fermentation and vinification process to preserve their natural characteristics.
Aging: Aged in oak barrels to enhance the flavor profile, resulting in a wine that is both robust and smooth.