Castello di Fonterutoli (Mazzei)
Siepi 2022
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Merlot, 50% Sangiovese |
| Aging | 18 months in small 225 L French oak barrels (70% new), followed by 4 months in concrete tanks |
| Other years | 2020 , 2021 |
- Blend and vintage: Siepi 2022 Toscana IGT, 50% Merlot and 50% Sangiovese
- Aromatic characteristics: wild berries, juniper, rosewood, tobacco and leather
- Taste profile: intense, well-integrated tannins, harmonious balance and long persistence
- Vinification process: fermentation in steel, 18 months in French oak and 4 months in concrete
- Pairings and serving: ideal with game and stews; decant for 1 hour, serve at 16–20 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Siepi is a refined wine from Tuscany crafted by Mazzei. This blend of Merlot and Sangiovese displays a deep ruby colour and aromatic notes of wild berries, rosewood and juniper. The perfectly balanced tannins and intense structure provide a long and persistent finish on the palate, making it the ideal choice to enhance the bold flavours of stews and game.
Where it comes from
The wine originates from Fonterutoli, in the area of Castellina in Chianti. The vines benefit from a south and south-west exposure at an altitude of 260 metres, ensuring optimal ripening of the grapes. The roots delve into soils composed of alberese, a geological peculiarity that ensures a solid tannic structure and highlights the clear expression of the terroir within the historic estates of the Mazzei family.
How it is produced
Production involves manual harvesting and separate fermentation in steel for the two varieties at strictly controlled temperatures. The ageing period lasts eighteen months in small French oak barrels, mostly new. The entire process concludes with four months in cement vats, an essential step to balance the wine’s complex structure before bottling.
History and Curiosities
Born in the prestigious terroir of Castellina in Chianti, Siepi 2022 celebrates the dedication of the Mazzei family, guardians of these lands since 1435. This exceptional Toscana IGT was created from the inspired idea of blending Merlot and Sangiovese, achieving a masterful balance between power and refined elegance. The vintage stands out as a special anniversary edition 1992-2022, confirming the vineyard’s absolute vocation. Awarded 96/100 by Vinous and 95/100 by Decanter, this monumental red encapsulates centuries of passion in an unforgettable tasting experience.
Awards
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2022
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2022
95/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2022
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
96/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1435
- Oenologist: Gionata Pulignani
- Bottles produced: 800.000
- Hectares: 110
At Fonterutoli, as well as at Belguardo and Zisola, resides the same philosophy that aims to promote local vine varieties as an expression of the identity of the region, in respect of diversity and nature, via sustainable agriculture and improvements mindfull of the delicate hydro-geologic balance, in order to prevent soil erosion and maximize water reserves in the region. All of this in order to be able to hand the land intact to future generations.
"I like to think to our family tree as a sturdy and generous vine plant because all Mazzei's history is constantly connected to vineyards, cellars and wine." (Marchese Lapo Mazzei, Cavaliere del Lavoro) Read more
| Name | Castello di Fonterutoli Siepi 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Merlot, 50% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Castello di Fonterutoli (Mazzei) |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the prestigious terroir of Castellina in Chianti, Siepi 2022 celebrates the dedication of the Mazzei family, guardians of these lands since 1435. This exceptional Toscana IGT was created from the inspired idea of blending Merlot and Sangiovese, achieving a masterful balance between power and refined elegance. The vintage stands out as a special anniversary edition 1992-2022, confirming the vineyard’s absolute vocation. Awarded 96/100 by Vinous and 95/100 by Decanter, this monumental red encapsulates centuries of passion in an unforgettable tasting experience. |
| Origin | Fonterutoli - Castellina in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy |
| Soil composition | Prevalence of alberese |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon and Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 4500 - 6500 plants per hectare |
| Harvest | 31 agosto (Merlot), 13 settembre (Sangiovese) |
| Fermentation temperature | 26 - 28 °C |
| Fermentation | 14 days (Merlot), 18 days (Sangiovese) |
| Production technique | Fermentation of Merlot and Sangiovese separately in stainless steel vats at 26–28 °C; aged for 18 months in small French oak barrels, then 4 months in concrete tanks |
| Wine making | Fermentation of Merlot and Sangiovese separately in stainless steel vats at 26–28 °C (about 14 days for Merlot, about 18 days for Sangiovese); maturation for 18 months in small 225 L French oak barrels (70% new), then 4 months in concrete tanks. |
| Aging | 18 months in small 225 L French oak barrels (70% new), followed by 4 months in concrete tanks |
| Total acidity | 5.7 gr/L |
| Year production | 800000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |