Historically, the vineyards of Castello di Fonterutoli are located in the territory of three contiguous municipalities: Castellina in Chianti, Castelnuovo Berardenga and Radda in Chianti
Since the 2020 vintage, Castellina, Castelnuovo Berardenga and Radda have become 3 out of the 11 UGAs (Additional Geographical Units), areas identified and delimited within the Chianti Classico production area, distinguished on the basis of specific criteria such as oenological recognisability, historical significance, renown and importance in terms of quantity produced.
Vintage 2021
This year 2021 was distinguished by a cold winter with little precipitation. An initially cool spring widh adequate rainfall was followed by a long, hot summer but with good diurnal temperature variations that allowed excellent completion of the grape ripening process.
The harvest was extremely rewarding, in terms of performance and excellent quality and health of the grapes going to cellar; these grapes ensured well-structured wines thanks to their thick, but well-balanced, fresh skins.
There was a slight decrease in quantity, due to the insufficient rain during the winter which hindered budding in the early-maturing areas.
Vicoregio 36
UGA: Castelnuovo Berardenga
36 Biotypes of Sangiovese, 1 Gran Selezione
"The black cherry and plum aromas with hints of toasted oak and cedar are very attractive on the nose. Some dried flowers. Full-bodied with fine tannins and a powerful palate of al dente fruit, including cherry, citrus and mineral character. Chewy and structured yet fresh and crunchy. This is a well-structured Chianti Classico that needs at least three or four years to come together, but will improve with age for years ahead." - James Suckling, 97 Points
Castello Fonterutoli
UGA: Castellina in Chianti
Gran Selezione since1995
"Really beautiful aromas of violets, berries, sandalwood and cherries. It’s medium-bodied with round and polished tannins that run the length of the wine and show lovely finesse and focus. Juicy at the end. Needs two or three years to open and show what it has. Drink after 2026." - James Suckling, 95 Points
Badiòla
UGA: Radda in Chianti
High altitude Gran Selezione
"Ruby with hints of garnet color. It's very aromatic, with fresh flowers, organge peel and cherries. Medium-bodied with velvety, polished tannins that build on the palate. Quite chewy at the end. Mineral and stone undertones. Best after 2027." - James Suckling, 95 Punti