COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
La Fortuna
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Fortunello Rosso is a Sangiovese from the Toscana IGT classification, produced by Azienda Agricola La Fortuna. The Zannoni family, with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1907 in Montalcino, crafts this wine from their estate vineyards. The estate spans 40 hectares, with 18 dedicated to specialized vineyards located in Montalcino and Castelnuovo dell'Abate. These vineyards vary in altitude and soil composition, featuring limestone clay with marine fossils in the northern plots and warmer conditions with Galestro stones in Castelnuovo dell'Abate. The wine is often considered a high-value offering from the producer.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Considered a 'declassified' Sangiovese, offering high-quality grapes at an accessible price.
Fact 02
The Zannoni family has been farming in Montalcino for over a century.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated at altitudes ranging from 250-300 meters.
Fact 04
Soils include limestone clay with marine fossils and Galestro stones.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Fortunello Rosso is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an aging period of approximately four months in French oak barrels. The estate's vineyards are located in Montalcino and Castelnuovo dell'Abate, with specific vineyard plots at varying altitudes and soil types, including limestone clay with marine fossils and Galestro stones.
