Fontalloro IGT Tuscany 2019

Fontalloro IGT Toscana 2019, the structured elegance of Fèlsina

Fontalloro IGT Toscana 2019 by Fèlsina is a great Tuscan red made from 100% Sangiovese, an expression of a winemaking project recognizable for its depth, balance, and evolutionary capacity. It comes from selected vineyards between Chianti Classico and Chianti Colli Senesi, in an area suited for the production of characterful wines, where the identity of the territory translates into a complex and authentic profile. It is a wine designed for those seeking an important red, capable of uniting energy, precision, and finesse.

Territory and wine style

The grapes come from the estates of Poggio al Sole and Arcidossino, with vineyards located between 330 and 407 meters above sea level, primarily oriented southwest. This location, combined with the variety of soils, contributes to giving the wine a multifaceted personality: on one side, the rocky, calcareous, and clay components of Chianti Classico, on the other, the richer soils of sand, silt, small pebbles, and marine sediments towards the Crete Senesi. The result is a Italian wine with a territorial cut, yet modern in the precision of the fruit and overall balance.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense ruby red, dense and bright. The olfactory profile is broad and deep, with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, licorice, tobacco, and wet earth, which intertwine harmoniously. On the palate, the Fontalloro IGT Toscana 2019 shows good structure, present but moderately soft tannins, and a pleasant sensation of consistency. The drinkability is defined by freshness, tension, and breed, with a long and coherent finish, suitable for positive evolution over time.

Recommended pairings

This important Sangiovese pairs naturally with flavorful and richly structured dishes. It is ideal with braised meats, game, roasts, beef cheek, pappardelle with wild boar, but also with a Florentine steak or intensely aged cheeses. Its tannic texture and good acidity make it perfect alongside traditional Tuscan preparations, where juiciness and succulence find balance in the wine.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate Fontalloro IGT Toscana 2019, the ideal temperature is 16-18°C. If possible, it is advisable to open it a little in advance to promote oxygenation and allow the aromatic complexity to emerge, especially in the early stages of tasting.

Why buy it

Fontalloro IGT Toscana 2019 is a valuable choice for those wishing to purchase an authoritative, elegant, and long-lived Tuscan red. It combines the identity of Sangiovese with the production care of Fèlsina, offering a wine capable of standing out for its personality, depth, and versatility at the table. It is a bottle suitable for both an important dinner and a cellar of enthusiasts seeking wines with potential for evolution.