Description
With this outstanding Chianti Classico, the Mazzei, proprietors of Castello di Fonterutoli since 1435, celebrate their notable ancestor Ser Lapo, author of the first official document mentioning Chianti wine (December 16th, 1398).
Textbook Chianti Classico with bitter Morello cherry notes, nicely taut structure and food friendly finish.
Both the Sangiovese and Merlot components are barrel aged in 225 ltr french oak, of which 50% is new, for 12 months
Grape Varieties
90% Sangiovese
10% Merlot