Banfi Fontanelle Chardonnay

This full-bodied Chardonnay from Castello Banfi is called Fontanelle. It's a wine that derives its full aromas and flavors from the long oak aging process of the Chardonnay grape juice. This gives this Fontanelle Chardonnay a nose with hints of yellow fruit, nuts, and abundant vanilla. The palate is round and rich with depth, with lovely notes of red apple, peach, and apricot. And definitely not to be forgotten are the hints of vanilla, oak, and a touch of toast.

Wines with passion and love, that is Banfi

Banfi wines are born from a passion and love for unique terroirs, from continuous research and knowledge of various regions. The winery combines respected techniques and innovative solutions. The vineyards of Montalcino and Chianti, Piedmont and the Tuscan coast, are the ideal breeding ground for wines of great character and excellent quality. In recent years, Banfi has significantly expanded its wine range.

The best white wine from Banfi

Banfi is one of the top estates in the Italian region of Tuscany. The vineyards are located primarily in the municipality of Montalcino. The winery emerged from a project in 1978. Its land area covers approximately 3,000 hectares, of which approximately 800 hectares are under vine. Together, these vineyards produce approximately 600,000 bottles annually, 40 percent of which are sold in Italy. The remaining 60 percent is sold in 80 countries worldwide. All Castello Banfi vineyards are planted with a single grape variety. Banfi has vineyards planted with Sangiovese, Merlot, Pinot Nero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay grapes. Castello Banfi owes its reputation to having been named Italy's best wine producer at Vinitaly (the Italian wine fair) for eleven consecutive years.

The aroma and taste of the Banfi Fontanelle Chardonnay

Whole bunches of grapes are cooled prior to pressing. The juice is separated and cooled for 48 hours by cold settling, and only the clear must is inoculated with yeast for alcoholic fermentation and racked in barriques. The wine is aged on its lees in barriques for seven months, with weekly stirring. It is then bottled and aged for a further eight to ten months.