Fontanelle
Toscana IGT
A Chardonnay with Montalcino character, elegant and complex, fully expressing the peculiarities of the territory.
In French oak and acacia barrique (350 l) with batonnage and roulage for 10 months
Years / Technical sheets / Awards
First Year
1988
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2024
THE 2024 VINTAGE
The mild winter and an extraordinarily warm April slightly brought forward bud break. May and June were rainy, with below-average temperatures. July and an August reached temperatures so high as to inhibit photosynthesis and delay ripening. In the first few days of September, temperatures suddenly dropped below average and were accompanied by frequent rain, which did not affect the quality of the grapes yet to be harvested. Harvesting of the Chardonnay began on the twenty-sixth of August.
TASTING NOTES
A Chardonnay with Montalcino character, elegant and complex, fully expressing the peculiarities of the territory.
The result is a straw-yellow wine, which stands out on the nose for its intense and elegant fruity and floral aromas. On the palate, notes of pear, acacia flower and elderflower stand out, accompanied by a well-balanced structure with a hint of savouriness on the finish. A very persistent finish on the palate with delicate nuances of hazelnut.
White wine with excellent aging potential. It perfectly pairs with elaborate fish dishes, but also with simple white meat plates.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12,5%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French and Acacia oak barrique
Aging in 350-litre French oak and acacia barriques with batonnage and roulage for 10 months
Soil clay - area characterized by slopes with a gentle incline. The soils, calcareous and mineral, develop on clay from marine Pliocene sediments.
Serving temperature 12-14°C
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2023
THE 2023 VINTAGE
A typical Chardonnay from Montalcino, elegant and complex that expresses at best the characteristics of the territory.
TASTING NOTES
A Chardonnay with Montalcino character, elegant and complex, fully expressing the peculiarities of the territory.
The result is a straw-yellow wine, which stands out on the nose for its intense and elegant fruity and floral aromas. In the mouth, hints of pear, acacia flowers and elderflower stand out, accompanied by an enveloping, creamy and savoury structure. Very persistent finish in the mouth with delicate nuances of hazelnut.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil clay - area characterized by slopes with a gentle incline. The soils, calcareous and mineral, develop on clay from marine Pliocene sediments.
Serving temperature 12-14°C
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2022
THE 2022 VINTAGE
The growing season started at the usual time after a winter typical of our areas, with minimum temperatures below freezing in the first three months of the year. Budburst occurred a few days ahead of the local standards. The first four months of the year were characterised by below-average rainfall, with about 170 mm from January to April. Spring was characterised by a dry climate with temperatures a few degrees above the seasonal average, especially in May. In summer, the lack of rain and torrid temperatures marked the months of June, July and much of August: a climatic trend that led to an earlier harvest for the white varieties, in order to preserve aromas and acidity; the Chardonnay harvest began on 19 August.
TASTING NOTES
A Chardonnay with Montalcino character, elegant and complex, fully expressing the peculiarities of the territory.
The result is a straw-yellow wine, which is distinguished on the nose by intense fruity and floral aromas. On the palate, hints of pear, acacia blossom and elderflower are accompanied by a rounded, creamy and savoury structure. A persistent finish characterised by slight toasted vanilla notes.
White wine with excellent aging potential. It perfectly pairs with elaborate fish dishes, but also with simple white meat plates.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) French oak barrique
Soil clay - area characterized by slopes with a gentle incline. The soils, calcareous and mineral, develop on clay from marine Pliocene sediments.
Serving temperature 12-14°C
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2021
THE 2021 VINTAGE
The pink note of the Centine family: an excellent balance between versatility and impressive aromatic expression.
TASTING NOTES
The winter was mild, with temperatures slightly above seasonal averages. The first few days of April were characterised by cold spells with some damage to the sprouting. Rainfall during the first four months of the year was slightly below the statistical data of recent years. In May and June, rainfall was extremely abundant, reaching two hundred millimetres of cumulative rainfall and twenty-eight out of sixty rainy days. Once the early summer months were over, providentially the weather pattern changed dramatically with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. The Chardonnay harvest began on the 31st of August.
The result is a straw-yellow wine, which stands out on the nose for its intense fruity and floral aromas. On the palate, hints of pear, apricot and elderflower are accompanied by a smooth, well-balanced, creamy and savoury structure. A persistent finish characterised by light toasted notes of vanilla.
White wine with excellent aging potential. It perfectly pairs with elaborate fish dishes, but also with simple white meat plates.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil clay - area characterized by slopes with a gentle incline. The soils, calcareous and mineral, develop on clay from marine Pliocene sediments.
Serving temperature 12-14°C
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2020
THE 2020 VINTAGE
A perfect mix of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that gives life to an immediate and extremely versatile wine.
TASTING NOTES
The winter was mild, with temperatures slightly above seasonal averages. The first few days of April were characterised by cold spells with some damage to the sprouting. Rainfall during the first four months of the year was slightly below the statistical data of recent years. In May and June, rainfall was extremely abundant, reaching two hundred millimetres of cumulative rainfall and twenty-eight out of sixty rainy days. Once the early summer months were over, providentially the weather pattern changed dramatically with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. The Chardonnay harvest began on the 31st of August.
The result is a straw-yellow wine, which stands out on the nose for its intense fruity and floral aromas. On the palate, hints of pear, apricot and elderflower are accompanied by a smooth, well-balanced, creamy and savoury structure. A persistent finish characterised by light toasted notes of vanilla.
White wine with excellent aging potential. It perfectly pairs with elaborate fish dishes, but also with simple white meat plates.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13,5%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil clay - area characterized by slopes with a gentle incline. The soils, calcareous and mineral, develop on clay from marine Pliocene sediments.
Serving temperature 12-14°C
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2019
THE 2019 VINTAGE
The family pink note: Sangiovese and Merlot come together in a wonderful balance between versatility and impressive aromatic expression.
TASTING NOTES
The winter was mild, with temperatures slightly above seasonal averages. The first few days of April were characterised by cold spells with some damage to the sprouting. Rainfall during the first four months of the year was slightly below the statistical data of recent years. In May and June, rainfall was extremely abundant, reaching two hundred millimetres of cumulative rainfall and twenty-eight out of sixty rainy days. Once the early summer months were over, providentially the weather pattern changed dramatically with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. The Chardonnay harvest began on the 31st of August.
The result is a straw-yellow wine, which stands out on the nose for its elegant, fruity and floral aromas. On the palate, hints of pear, apricot and elderflower blend into a soft and well-balanced structure, with a touch of minerality. A persistent finish characterised by light notes of vanilla
White wine with excellent aging potential. It perfectly pairs with elaborate fish dishes, but also with simple white meat plates.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil clay - area characterized by slopes with a gentle incline. The soils, calcareous and mineral, develop on clay from marine Pliocene sediments.
Serving temperature 12-14°C
AWARDS
WINESCRITIC 92
WOW Gold
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
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2018
THE 2018 VINTAGE
Expression of the meeting between the Sangiovese, an emblematic vine of Montalcino and the peculiarities of the international vines implanted in this area.
TASTING NOTES
The winter was mild, with temperatures slightly above seasonal averages. The first few days of April were characterised by cold spells with some damage to the sprouting. Rainfall during the first four months of the year was slightly below the statistical data of recent years. In May and June, rainfall was extremely abundant, reaching two hundred millimetres of cumulative rainfall and twenty-eight out of sixty rainy days. Once the early summer months were over, providentially the weather pattern changed dramatically with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. The Chardonnay harvest began on the 31st of August.
The result is a wine that stands out on the nose for intense and elegant fruity and floral aromas. In the mouth there are hints of pear, apricot and elderberry accompanied by a soft structure well balanced by a hint of flavor. Persistent goose finish and characterized by vanilla notes.
White wine with excellent aging potential. It perfectly pairs with elaborate fish dishes, but also with simple white meat plates.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil clay - area characterized by slopes with a gentle incline. The soils, calcareous and mineral, develop on clay from marine Pliocene sediments.
Serving temperature 12-14°C
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2017
THE 2017 VINTAGE
Expression of the meeting between the Sangiovese, an emblematic vine of Montalcino and the peculiarities of the international vines implanted in this area.
TASTING NOTES
2017 vintage was characterized by a particularly dry and hot summer, which favored the early ripening of the grapes. The absence of rains during September favored the harvest operations.
The result is a wine that stands out on the nose for intense and elegant fruity and floral aromas. In the mouth there are hints of pear, apricot and elderberry accompanied by a soft structure well balanced by a hint of flavor. Persistent goose finish and characterized by vanilla notes.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 75 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil clay - sandy, calcareous and mineral
Serving temperature 12-14°C
AWARDS
GILBERT & GAILLARD 93
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 91
MUNDUS WINES Silver
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2015
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 93
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2009
AWARDS
WINE ENTHUSIAST 90
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2008
AWARDS
WINE ENTHUSIAST 90
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2001
AWARDS
RED TAMBER 2 glasses
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1998
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
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1997
AWARDS
RED TAMBER 2 glasses
CHARDONNAY DU MONDE Silver
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1996
AWARDS
RED TAMBER 2 glasses
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
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1993
AWARDS
WINE SPECTATOR 91 - 64th position
