Fonte Alla Selva Gran Selezione
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can cellar beautifully for up to 20 years.
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Classic Tuscan Bistecca alla Fiorentina, slow-roasted wild boar ragù over pappardelle, or aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
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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.
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Founded in 1978 by the Italian-American brothers John and Harry Mariani, Banfi is a pioneering estate headquartered at the historic Castello di Poggio alle Mura in Montalcino, Tuscany. The winery is globally renowned for its groundbreaking clonal research on the Sangiovese grape, which helped redefine the quality and consistency of Brunello di Montalcino, alongside its state-of-the-art, sustainable winemaking technologies. While deeply rooted in Tuscany, Banfi has expanded its footprint to Piedmont, crafting a diverse portfolio of premium wines that ranges from elegant Brunellos and innovative Super Tuscans like Cum Laude and Belnero, to expressive whites like San Angelo Pinot Grigio and Fontanelle Chardonnay.