Fontodi Chianti Classico

Chianti Classico DOCG, Italy

Fontodi's estate Chianti Classico DOCG — 100% Sangiovese from biodynamic galestro soils in Panzano. Aged 14 months in large Slavonian oak. The benchmark expression of Chianti Classico: vivid sour cherry, dried rose, leather, iron mineral, and the characteristic high acidity that makes Chianti the world's most food-friendly red. At this level, demonstrates why Sangiovese from the right galestro terroir represents extraordinary value in fine Italian red wine.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Tomato and mozzarella echo Sangiovese's cherry and herb profile
• main: Sangiovese acidity cuts meat sauce richness; cherry fruit mirrors tomato sweetness
• main: Fontodi Chianti Classico's bright Sangiovese acidity and sour cherry character is the definitive Italian table wine for pasta with cured pork — the wine cuts through guanciale fat while amplifying the tomato's acidity. Pecorino's sharpness bridges the wine's freshness with the pasta's richness.
• cheese: Umami-rich Parmesan binds Sangiovese tannins and amplifies cherry fruit
• main: Fresh herb salsa verde and grilled lamb harmonise with vibrant Chianti acidity
• cheese: Chianti Classico's Sangiovese structure — high acidity, cherry fruit, leather — pairs classically with aged Parmigiano. The wine's acidity cuts the cheese's richness while the cherry fruit and leather notes complement the aged umami. Truffle honey amplifies both the wine's earthiness and the cheese's savory depth.
• starter: Sweet melon and silky prosciutto contrast with refreshing Sangiovese acidity