Farnetella
"In 1981 the owners of Felsina purchased the historic estate of Castello di Farnetella. Located about 30 minutes southeast of Castelnuovo Berardenga, this property should be considered a monopole cru among the otherwise uninspired appellation of Chianti Colli Senesi. The property and village of Farnetella encompasses a large hill, the top of which is near 560 meters in elevation. It has a mix of soils on it including sand, clay and limestone. While Farnetella is well-suited to Sangiovese, which makes up a majority of its plantings, there are also plots of Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyards at Farnetella are all hand harvested and are farmed with the same attention and precision as those at Felsina. Organic, sustainable agriculture is practiced and they have incorporated some of the principals of biodynamics as well. Also, as at Felsina, the entire production is made from estate fruit. The wines at Farnetella range from the soft and approachable Chianti Colli Senesi to the more structured Poggio Granoni. The Chianti Colli Senesi has more flesh and is perhaps, more approachable than the Felsina Chianti Classico, but it is by no means less complex. It offers tremendous quality at its price point."
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2019
$10.95 $13.87
97c
Italy » Chianti Colli Senesi
James Suckling 90 "Bright and fruity with cherry and citrus character. Medium body, light tannins and a crisp finish." Vinous Media 89 "The 2019 Chianti Colli Senesi is
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2018
James Suckling 90 "A delicate, fruity Chianti with cherry and lemon aromas. Its medium-bodied with fine tannins and a fruity finish." Vinous Media 89 "The 2018 Chianti Colli
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2017
James Suckling 90 "Shows good freshness for a 2017 with red berries, redcurrants, fresh lemons and dried nutmeg. Medium body, fine and silky tannins and a
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2016
James Suckling 91 "Pretty perfume of cherries and dried flowers which follow through to a full body with driven acidity. Round and juicy. A fresh and
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2015
Wine Advocate 89 "The 2015 Chianti Colli Senesi opens to tonic freshness with wild berry, raspberry and cassis as the aromatic protagonists. Vineyards are located up
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2014
James Suckling 90 "Earthy with dried herbs and some fruit. Fruity palate, medium to full-bodied with a clean finish."
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2013
James Suckling 92 "So much fruit and richness for this appellation. Medium to full body, round and velvety tannins and a dried fruit, spice and light
Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi 2012
James Suckling 90 "Plenty of sliced mushroom and dried chili aromas follow through to a full to medium body, lightly rounded tannins, and a savory finish." Vinous
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