Carpineta "Fontalpino" Chianti Classico 2021

James Suckling : 93 Points

(7/28/2023) Very pretty Chianti Classico with orange blossom, cherry and mineral aromas that follow through to a medium to full body with firm tannins and a fresh finish. Linear and energetic. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.

Jeb Dunnuck : 92 Points

(1/25/2024) Coming from the southeastern region of Castelnuova Berrardenga and pouring a nearly opaque red hue, the 2021 Chianti Classico Fontalpino is lush and inviting with a saturated perfume of black cherry liqueur, sunny Mediterranean herbs, mossy earth, and mocha. Full-bodied with ripe, silky tannins, it retains good freshness while retaining a rounded profile and has a savory finish with notes of tea leaf. It’s a very attractive and ripe wine with lots of complexity and depth that’s going to do well over the coming 8-10 years. Maturity: 2024 - 2034.

Wine Advocate : 92 Points

(9/21/2023) The organic 2021 Chianti Classico Fontalpino is 100% Sangiovese that starts off in neutral cement and stainless steel and finishes in tonneaux for 12 months of aging. Fruit is sourced from across three sites, totaling 20 hectares of vines, with sandy and loamy limestone-based soils in warm Castelnuovo Berardenga. This is a terrific value bottle with dark cherry and fruit that is amply framed by earthy sensations and a hint of toasted nut. This release of 40,000 bottles will hit the market in winter 2023. Drink Date: 2023 - 2028.

Wine Spectator : 91 Points