2020 Fontodi, Flaccianello della Pieve - Tuscany IGT - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

Fontodi – Flaccianello della Pieve 2020 Producer: Azienda Agricola Fontodi Wine: Flaccianello della Pieve Vintage: 2020 Appellation: Colli Toscana Centrale IGT Region: Tuscany, Italy Grape: 100% Sangiovese Bottle size: 0.75 L Alcohol: 14.5% vol. Organic wine Flaccianello della Pieve is the flagship wine of Fontodi, one of the benchmark estates of Tuscany. The winery is located in the celebrated Conca d’Oro of Panzano in Chianti, an exceptional natural amphitheatre in the heart of Chianti Classico. Produced exclusively from 100% Sangiovese, selected from some of Fontodi’s finest organically farmed vineyards, Flaccianello has established itself as one of Italy’s most prestigious pure Sangiovese wines. According to the original back label, the 2020 was matured for 24 months in French oak barrels, followed by further refinement in bottle. The wine combines the power and ripeness of the vintage with the freshness, structure and elegance characteristic of high-quality Sangiovese from Panzano. The 2020 offers a complex aromatic profile of black cherry, blackberry, plum, violet, wild rose, spice and mineral notes. The palate is concentrated yet balanced, with refined tannins, excellent freshness and a persistent, elegant finish. Critics consistently highlight its combination of intensity, balance and long-term ageing potential. Professional ratings 97/100 – James Suckling Praised for its floral character, dark cherry fruit, sage and liquorice, together with fine, silky tannins and impressive vibrancy. 96/100 – Robert Parker / Wine Advocate – Monica Larner Described as a beautifully balanced organic Sangiovese showing dark fruit, crushed stone, spice and wild rose, with substantial fruit weight and polished tannins. 96/100 – Antonio Galloni / Vinous Galloni highlights black cherry, plum, spice, lavender, liquorice and mocha, describing the 2020 as expressive and possessing a bright future. Drinking window: 2027–2045. 96/100 – Wine Spectator Noted for black cherry, blackberry, violet, mineral and spice, with refined, well-integrated tannins and a persistent finish. Bottle condition Excellent condition. Excellent label and capsule. 750 ml bottle. Please see the photographs for the exact condition of the bottle, label, capsule and wine level. Stored carefully under proper cellar conditions. An outstanding and highly collectible vintage of Flaccianello della Pieve, combining excellent critical ratings with significant ageing potential. A superb example of one of Tuscany’s most celebrated 100% Sangiovese wines.

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