Fontodi - Flaccianello della Pieve 2009 – Colli Toscana Centrale IGT Italy

Fontodi - Flaccianello della Pieve 2009 is one of Tuscany’s most iconic Super Tuscan wines, crafted from 100% Sangiovese in the hills of Panzano in Chianti Classico. Powerful yet elegant, it represents the pure expression of Sangiovese from the historic Fontodi estate.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Sangiovese
• Region: Colli Toscana Centrale IGT, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2009
• Fermentation: Stainless steel with indigenous yeasts, maceration for at least 3 weeks
• Aging: 24 months in French oak barrels and casks
• Vineyards: Selection of the estate’s best vineyards in Panzano
• Style: Full-bodied Super Tuscan red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Flaccianello della Pieve 2009 reveals complex aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, and plum layered with notes of leather, spice, tobacco, and cocoa. On the palate the wine is powerful yet refined, with polished tannins and vibrant acidity that carry through a long, structured finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the most celebrated pure Sangiovese wines in Tuscany
• Produced by the historic Fontodi estate in Panzano in Chianti Classico
• Combines Super Tuscan structure with the elegance and freshness of Sangiovese

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina or grilled steak
• Wild boar ragù or rich pasta dishes
• Aged cheeses such as Pecorino Toscano or Parmigiano Reggiano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of structured, age-worthy Sangiovese
✓ Fans of iconic Super Tuscan wines
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light or easy-drinking reds