For 26 generations, the Mazzei family has been producing benchmark Italian wines from their historic Castello di Fonterutoli estate in Tuscany and more recently in the Maremma, Sicily and the Veneto.
The passion, commitment and expertise that goes into these expressive wines is a reflection of the Mazzei’s spirit of innovation and respect for each property’s unique terroir.
The Fonterutoli estate’s Chianti Classico Riserva is dedicated the the Mazzei’s notable ancestor, Ser Lapo, vigneron, merchant and author of the first official document mentioning “Chianti wine” (December 16th, 1398).

The Sangiovese and Merlot grapes undergo a temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks with 15-18 days maceration. Grapes are aged 12 months in small French oak barriques, followed by 5 months refinement in bottle.

-Eddy Le Garrec

Decanter: 97 Points
This is a stunning wine with a complex cherry, prune, herbal, leather and balsamic bouquet. Excels on the concentrated and succulent palate, with lovely mouthfeel and lots of spicy, smooth, fleshy tannins, superfine acidity and great length. A classic gourmand style per eccellenza perhaps but remarkable from any angle.

James Suckling: 95 Points
Bright aromas of sliced cherries and hints of strawberries with some orange peel. Full body and super fine and ripe tannins. They melt into the wine. Delicate yet energetic. Crisp finish.

Wine Spectator: 94 Points
A vibrant yet brooding red, with bracing acidity driving the cherry, currant, iron, tobacco and almond flavors. Complex and intense, this needs a few years to absorb the tannins. Delivers fine presence and length. Sangiovese and Merlot. Best from 2022 through 2043.