Fontalpino Chianti Classico Montaperto 2017 ØKO

Wine Spectator

$49 | This red starts out fleshy, with ample cherry, strawberry, floral and mineral flavors, picking up underbrush and tobacco accents as this cruises to a lingering aftertaste. A solid grip of tannins girds the finish. Best from 2024 through 2040. 500 cases made, 200 cases imported.

Michael Godel

$75.00 | A grey to light yellow calcareous plot, mainly Alberese facing northeast at 420m. Even in 2017 it will not get much more elemental and linear, balanced, fresh and the definition of an elegant cru-designate Chianti Classico. The oldest vines are 40 years and the vineyard is re-planted in stages, slowly, Bordeaux style. All sangiovese, remarkably bright, getable and cool. Hard to find more of this ilk from the aridity that 2017 gave to the territory's vines.

WinesCritic.com

Sweet cherries, hibiscus flowers, cinnamon, and juniper berries take center stage in this young Chianti Classico. In the background, a subtle presence of orange juice adds enticing nuances to the profile. Medium to full-bodied, with integrated tannins and a bright finish. Good.

James Suckling

This is crisp and fruity with hot-stone and dark-berry aromas and flavors. Medium body. Citrus fruit to the berry flavors, and an undertone of terracotta. Energetic acidity for the vintage.

Andreas Larsson, Tasted

Medium deep ruby red colour. Aromas of ripe cherry, plum, leather, dried herbs and discreet oak. Good density and grip, still a bit youthful and tight but with good proportions, ripe tannin, a fresh acidity, savoury red fruit and a long finish.

Intravino

Spice, red apple fruit, fleshy cherry, followed by bay leaf, juniper, and cardamom. The tannins are splendid—well-defined yet thoroughly enjoyable.

Gambero Rosso

Wine Enthusiast

Located in the extreme south of the denomination, Castelnuovo Berardenga produces wines that are often described as having Brunello-like structures.