This Chianti Classico from Fontodi is wonderfully aromatic, with perfumes of fresh cherries and blackberries, giving way to light, supple tannins and lovely balance on the palate. The difficult vintage meant that Giovanni Manetti and Franco Bernabei made less Flaccianello and Vigna del Sorbo than usual, so much of this year’s Chianti Classico is in fact declassified Flaccianello. As a result, although a more forward and approachable wine than the 2004, it still has the characteristic intensity and elegance of the Fontodi range. Few properties in Tuscany are as immaculately tended, or produce such meticulously made wines, as Fontodi. The Manetti family has owned the estate since 1968 and has worked with winemaker Franco Bernabei since 1979. All the fermentation tanks are equipped for pneumatic punching down of the cap and the increase in colour, extraction and flavour of the resulting wines is remarkable. (12 x 37.5 cl)
Fontodi CHIANTI CLASSICO Toscana
Description: This Chianti Classico from Fontodi is wonderfully aromatic, with perfumes of fresh cherries and blackberries, giving way to light, supple tannins and lovely balance on the palate. The difficult vintage meant that Giovanni Manetti and Franco Bernabei made less Flaccianello and Vigna del Sorbo than usual, so much of this year’s Chianti Classico is in fact declassified Flaccianello. As a result, although a more forward and approachable wine than the 2004, it still has the characteristic intensity and elegance of the Fontodi range. Few properties in Tuscany are as immaculately tended, or produce such meticulously made wines, as Fontodi. The Manetti family has owned the estate since 1968 and has worked with winemaker Franco Bernabei since 1979. All the fermentation tanks are equipped for pneumatic punching down of the cap and the increase in colour, extraction and flavour of the resulting wines is remarkable. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £186.54
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Fontodi VIGNA del SORBO Chianti Classico Riserva Toscana
Description: 90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon have produced a stunning and elegant wine as its combination of accessibility, depth of flavour and a velvety texture make it difficult to resist. As a general character, the wine is light in colour, but Fontodi's superb vineyards have given their wine a colour that few others will have naturally. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £171.70
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Fontodi VIGNA del SORBO Chianti Classico Riserva Toscana
Description: Vigna del Sorbo is a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. It has good depth of colour and an intense, cherry and strawberry nose, with a touch of cassis from the Cabernet Sauvignon which tempers the characteristic acidity of the Sangiovese and softens the structure. Vigna del Sorbo has ripe tannins and intense, sweet but savoury fruit which lasts through the long, elegant finish. Few properties in Tuscany are as immaculately tended, or produce such meticulously made wines, as Fontodi. This area is known as the (6 x 75 cl) Price: £171.71
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Ruffino TENUTA SANTEDAME Chianti Classico DOCG
Description: This elegant Chianti Classico comes from a single property in Castellina. The nose has fresh, red fruit and violet aromas and clean, lightly oaked, fruity flavours with good body. World famous as a Chianti producer, during the last 25 years Ruffino have diversified their production to become one of Tuscany’s most important ambassadors for quality wine. The Folonari family’s strategy of acquiring and developing “tenimenti” – individual estates in specialised zones – has given their portfolio great variety and personality. Ruffino now owns a total of 1,500 hectares of land including 400 under wine. This diversity reflects the best of both modern and traditional winemaking. The Ruffino flagship has always been the magnificent Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico, which was originally the private reserve of the Duke of Aosta. Ruffino’s new style of wines is well represented by Libaio, a delicious, fresh, lightly perfumed blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio (6 x 75 cl) Price: £95.65
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Fratelli Sensi Chianti Sensi RISERVA DOCG
Description: Deep ruby red colour, spiced smell of mature fruit with a smooth, velvety taste. Suitable with roasted meats and poultry, or with cheeses. The Sensi company, vineyards and wines were founded at the beginning of the 20th century in Lamporecchio, a small village on the Montalcino. The company has two agricultural farms, which provide about 30% of the grape requirements: Tenuta del Poggio (12 x 75 cl) Price: £119.57
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Fratelli Sensi Chianti Sensi DOCG
Description: Dry, fruity and medium bodied with good depth of flavour. Perfect with red meats and cheese dishes. The Sensi company, vineyards and wines were founded at the beginning of the 20th century in Lamporecchio, a small village on the Montalcino. The company has two agricultural farms, which provide about 30% of the grape requirements: Tenuta del Poggio (12 x 75 cl) Price: £114.77
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Fratelli Sensi Chianti Sensi DOCG
Description: Lively, young, berry and cherry character. The Sensi company, vineyards and wines were founded at the beginning of the 20th century in Lamporecchio, a small village on the Montalcino. The company has two agricultural farms, which provide about 30% of the grape requirements: Tenuta del Poggio (12 x 75 cl) Price: £85.73
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Tenuta San Vito Chianti DOCG
Description: Organic. A blend of mainly Sangiovese with some Canaiolo from the San Vito estate in the hills of Tuscany west of Florence, the Chianti Putto region. Matured in oak for 8 months and bottled 9 months after the harvest this is a medium-bodied red with fresh raspberry-fruity flavour and clear ruby-red colour. " Consisently one of the best value organic reds in Itlay, this is a fresh, damson and black cherry scented wine. The chunky tannins and pronounced acidity need food to strut their stuff." The Observer (12 x 75 cl) Price: £105.54
Ruffino TENUTA GREPPONE MAZZI Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Description: Intensely ruby, dry, full-bodied wine of elegant proportions. Pronounced classic bouquet reminiscent of violets, and lingering aromas and flavours. World famous as a Chianti producer, during the last 25 years Ruffino have diversified their production to become one of Tuscany’s most important ambassadors for quality wine. The Folonari family’s strategy of acquiring and developing “tenimenti” – individual estates in specialised zones – has given their portfolio great variety and personality. Ruffino now owns a total of 1,500 hectares of land including 400 under wine. This diversity reflects the best of both modern and traditional winemaking. The Ruffino flagship has always been the magnificent Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico, which was originally the private reserve of the Duke of Aosta. Ruffino’s new style of wines is well represented by Libaio, a delicious, fresh, lightly perfumed blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio (6 x 75 cl) Price: £178.97
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Ruffino Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Tenuta Greppone Mazzi
Description: Intensely ruby, dry, full bodied wine of elegant proportions. Pronounced classic bouquet reminiscent of violets, and lingering aromas and flavours. World famous as a Chianti producer, during the last 25 years Ruffino have diversified their production to become one of Tuscany’s most important ambassadors for quality wine. The Folonari family’s strategy of acquiring and developing “tenimenti” – individual estates in specialised zones – has given their portfolio great variety and personality. Ruffino now owns a total of 1,500 hectares of land including 400 under wine. This diversity reflects the best of both modern and traditional winemaking. The Ruffino flagship has always been the magnificent Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico, which was originally the private reserve of the Duke of Aosta. Ruffino’s new style of wines is well represented by Libaio, a delicious, fresh, lightly perfumed blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio (6 x 75 cl) Price: £252.88
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