Chianti Classico "Riserva Vigna di Fontalle" - 1997 - Machiavelli

Chianti Classico "Riserva Vigna di Fontalle" - 1997 - Machiavelli
Chianti Classico "Riserva Vigna di Fontalle" - 1997 - Machiavelli
Chianti Classico "Riserva Vigna di Fontalle" - 1997 - Machiavelli

Chianti Classico "Riserva Vigna di Fontalle" - 1997 - Machiavelli

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Product Features

  • Manufacturer: Machiavelli
  • Region: Tuscany, Italy
  • Origin: Temperature-controlled cellar
  • Vintage: 1997
  • Grape varieties: Sangiovese
  • Size: 0.75 L
  • Alcohol: 14%
  • Pairings: Perfect with red meats, roasts, game, and aged cheeses.

The Chianti Classico Vigna di Fontalle Riserva “Machiavelli” is a traditionally styled Sangiovese from the Chianti Classico region, specifically the San Casciano in Val di Pesa area. It comes from the 1997 vintage, which was generally warm and ripe, producing rich, ready-to-drink wines that have aged well over time.

Today, the wine is in a fully developed tertiary phase, with a transparent garnet color and orange-hued reflections typical of its age. The nose reveals elegant yet evolved aromas of cherries preserved in alcohol, prunes, and ripe strawberries, followed by more complex notes of leather, tobacco, dry leaves, undergrowth, sweet spices, and a subtle balsamic and earthy undertone reminiscent of the maturation of classic Sangiovese. On the palate, it is softer than in its youth, with tannins now smoothed out and a structure that is less vigorous but still balanced, supported by a moderate acidity that keeps the wine lively. The finish is long and consistent with the nose, featuring notes of dried fruit, herbs, and spices, with an overall sensation of refined, evolved elegance.

At the table, it pairs exceptionally well with traditional Tuscan dishes such as roasts, stewed game, braised meats, chicken livers, and hearty white meats, and especially with dishes featuring flavorful sauces and bold flavors, as well as aged cheeses. 

Label: Slight signs of wear
Caps: Slight signs of wear
Level: Base of the neck
Color: Perfect

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