COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
La Palazzetta
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Palazzetta, located on the southeastern slopes of Montalcino in Castelnuovo dell'Abate, is a family-run estate with a compelling history. In 1984, Flavio Fanti inherited his father's farm, which was then dedicated to livestock and cheese. Alongside his wife Carla Visconti, Flavio made the bold decision to pivot entirely to viticulture, planting their first single hectare of Sangiovese in 1988. Today, the estate has grown to 20 hectares of organically farmed vineyards, managed by Flavio, Carla, and their children, Luca and Tea. The 2020 vintage represents a highly successful, critically acclaimed release that showcases the unique terroir of Castelnuovo dell'Abate, where cooling air currents from Monte Amiata temper the warm climate, preserving freshness and aromatic detail.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€42
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
La Palazzetta was founded in 1988 with just a single hectare of Sangiovese, transitioning from a livestock and cheese farm.
Fact 02
The estate uses natural defense-inducers in the vineyard, including Cuban zeolite, seaweed, and orange juice.
Fact 03
The winery is fully run by the Fanti family, including daughter Tea, who holds a Doctorate in Oenology.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at La Palazzetta reflects a deep commitment to organic and sustainable practices. Grapes are meticulously hand-harvested and selected. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures with indigenous yeasts, accompanied by a maceration period of approximately 20 days. Following the completion of malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 3.5 years (about 42 months) in large, neutral French oak casks (rovere francese). This traditional aging method allows the Sangiovese to develop complexity without being overpowered by oak. Finally, the wine undergoes a minimum of 6 months of refinement in the bottle before release. No animal-derived clarifying agents are used, making the wine fully vegan-friendly.
