COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Fontodi
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Flaccianello della Pieve is the premier wine from Fontodi, a pure Sangiovese originating from the Conca d'Oro valley in Tuscany. The estate, owned by the Manetti family since 1968, is committed to organic viticulture, with Giovanni Manetti leading the focus on expressing the unique Panzano terroir. This wine is recognized for its elegance, depth, and potential for long-term aging, representing a significant achievement in Sangiovese winemaking.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€99
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fontodi is a certified organic estate.
Fact 02
The grapes come from Fontodi's best vineyard parcels.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated at elevations up to 480 meters.
Fact 04
The wine undergoes malolactic conversion in barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Flaccianello della Pieve begins with manual harvesting of Sangiovese grapes from Fontodi's top vineyard parcels. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts for a minimum of three weeks, utilizing regular punch-downs. Following fermentation, malolactic conversion occurs in barrels. The wine then undergoes an extensive aging process: 24 months in French oak barriques, 40% of which are new, followed by six months in large oak casks (botte). The estate adheres to organic viticulture practices.
