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Fontodi

Fontodi Case Via Syrah

Name: Fontodi Case Via Syrah
Brand: Fontodi
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

Italy, Tuscany

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

3.9

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Fontodi Case Via Syrah is a premium wine produced by Fontodi, a renowned winery located in the heart of Chianti Classico in Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made from Syrah grapes grown in the Case Via vineyard, which is known for its unique soil composition and ideal microclimate. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels for a period of time. The resulting wine is a full-bodied and complex Syrah with intense aromas of dark fruit, spices, and a hint of vanilla. The wine is a perfect example of the high-quality wines produced by Fontodi, and is a must-try for any wine enthusiast looking for a premium Syrah from Tuscany.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Fontodi Case Via Syrah is a full-bodied, powerful red wine from the Tuscan region of Italy.On the nose it has aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, and hints of tobacco. On the palate it is full-bodied and rich with flavors of blackberry and dark cherry. The tannins are well balanced and the acidity is vibrant. It has a long finish with notes of spice, dark chocolate, and a hint of oak. This is an excellent example of a classic Tuscan wine.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Fontodi

Region: Tuscany

Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions. Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

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