About this winery

The history of Marchesi Mazzei is the story of Tuscany, uniting the family and famous region since the 11th century. The winery’s roots in the territory span over 600 years and continue to expand through new wineries and vineyards, including Castello di Fonterutoli in the heart of Chianti Classico, Belgvardo in Maremma (Tuscany), Zisola in Noto (Sicily) and Prosecco house Villa Marcello in Treviso (Veneto). Ser Lapo Mazzei is the author of the first known document to use the "Chianti"...

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Production notes

It comes from separate vinification of the 7 different company parcels, which spread across a unique range of soil and climate types, at an altitude from 220 to 570 metres above sea level in the heart of the Chianti Classico area. Hand picked. Fermentation temperature at 26-28°C. Period of maceration for 16-18 days. Ageing for 12 months in French oak barrels. Refinement for 30-45 days in concrete tanks.

Tasting notes

A well proportioned, elegant body, dark berry, fresh spice flavors, intense, smooth taste. Great ability to pair tomato sauce pastas, BBQ, braised meats with spicy sauces and aged cheese.