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🏰 The 2019 Fontodi Meriggio Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant expression of Sauvignon Blanc from Tuscany, Italy. The vintage saw a wet winter and spring, followed by a warm, dry summer, ensuring healthy vine development and even ripening, with cool nights preserving acidity. This wine is pale lemon in color with youthful hints. On the nose, it displays fresh, grassy aromas, leading to a lively, lifted palate with a mineral undertone and a long, elegant finish. It's noted for its citrussy vibrancy and wonderful textural quality, achieved through fermentation and aging in orci (terracotta amphorae). Some tasters have found it surprisingly still developing a year after opening, showing complexity and potential for further improvement. 【 A fragrant example of Sauvignon Blanc showcasing Fontodi's characteristic high quality 】.
🍴 This crisp and aromatic Sauvignon Blanc is versatile for food pairings. It would be excellent with fresh seafood, such as grilled white fish with herbs, ceviche, or steamed langoustine. It also complements light pasta dishes, white asparagus, or fresh goat cheese salads. Its grassy and citrus notes make it a refreshing accompaniment to spring and summer fare.
🥂 The Fontodi Meriggio Sauvignon Blanc 2019 is perfect for a casual lunch with friends, a summer garden party, or as an aperitif. Its refreshing character also makes it suitable for a relaxed evening meal, especially when seafood or light, fresh dishes are on the menu.
BACKGROUND
Fontodi is a certified organic estate located in the heart of Chianti Classico. While famous for their Sangiovese, they also produce Meriggio, a vibrant Sauvignon Blanc. It offers crisp acidity, bright citrus, and herbal notes, reflecting the unique high-altitude terroir of the Conca d'Oro valley.