Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Farming Organic
Soil Limestone, Alberese, Galestro
Varieties Sangiovese
Alcohol 13%
Size 750ml
Winemaking Minimal intervention, indigenous yeasts, Fermented in stainless steel and aged for one year in big Slavonian oak barrels
Pairings Short rib ragu over polenta, lasagna with fennel sausage, spaghetti and meatballs or even wood fired pepperoni pizzas.

This is a gorgeous bottle of Sangiovese and a true expression of what high quality Chianti Classico should taste like. Aromatic nose carries scents of balsamic and dried herbs with a note of ripe plum. Black raspberry, cherry, and white pepper on the palate with good structure and a mineral driven finish.

About the Producer
Angela Fronti is a rising star in Chianti. Similar to her wines, she is high energy, effusively charming and intense, but tempered by elegance and humility. Istine consists of a group of high-altitude, small vineyards in the Chianti Classico area, mostly in Radda with some in Gaiole: Istine Vineyard (between Radda and Castellina), Casanova Vineyard (near Radda) and Cavarchione Vineyard (near Gaiole). The high altitude and predominantly rocky soils ensure freshness even in warm vintages. The vineyards consist of indigenous varieties, mainly Sangiovese. Conventionally farmed before , Angela’s first move has been to convert the viticulture to organic methods. This parallels her non-interventionist style in the cellar