The Mazzei family have been the proprietors of Castello di Fonterutoli since 1435.
This wine owes its name to Ser Lapo Mazzei who was a notary and a passionate wine connoisseur. He was the author of the first known reference to the Chianti appellation (December 16th 1398).
The wine is a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot.
Colour : Dark red
Aroma : Cherry, plum, polished oak, vanilla
Taste : Oak throughout, tannins upfront, rich cherry fruit, chocolate hints
Alcohol : 13.5%
Price : 169 SEK
Mark : B
Website : Mazzei
Wednesday, 30 April 2008
TN : Ser Lapo Riserva 2005, Chianti Classico, DOCG, Mazzei Castello di Fonterutoli, Tuscany, Italy
Posted by ANDY CHEESE at 07:07
Labels: Tasting Note
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