Fonte Alla Selva Gran Selezione
⏳ Drinking Window
2024 - 2035
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Classic Tuscan Bistecca alla Fiorentina, slow-roasted wild boar ragù over pappardelle, or aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic Fonte alla Selva estate in Castellina in Chianti—a property whose name translates to 'fountain in the forest' in a nod to the ancient natural springs and dense woodlands surrounding the vineyards—this Gran Selezione represents the pinnacle of Banfi's Chianti Classico production. Sourced exclusively from the estate's finest parcels rich in Galestro and Alberese soils, this wine is crafted predominantly from Sangiovese. To meet the rigorous standards of the Gran Selezione classification, the wine undergoes a minimum of 30 months of aging, including significant time in oak casks and bottle. This patient maturation coaxes out a complex profile of ripe dark cherries, violet, leather, and earthy spice, underpinned by the vibrant acidity and refined tannins characteristic of Castellina's high-altitude terroir.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1978 by Italian-American brothers John and Harry Mariani, Banfi is centered around the historic medieval fortress Castello di Poggio alle Mura in Montalcino, Tuscany. The estate played a pivotal role in the modern renaissance of Brunello di Montalcino through pioneering clonal research on Sangiovese, state-of-the-art vinification techniques, and dedicated environmental sustainability. Operating across prime vineyard sites in Tuscany and Piedmont, the winery harmonizes classic Italian heritage with modern precision. Banfi is internationally celebrated for its benchmark Brunello di Montalcino bottlings, expressive Super Tuscan blends such as Cum Laude and Belnero, and an expansive portfolio of elegant single-varietal and sparkling wines.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Sangiovese (min 80%), Canaiolo, Colorino, Cabernet Sauvignon