95pts Vinous

The 2016 Concerto di Fonterutoli, the estate's blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, is dense, plush and explosive, with superb depth and notable persistence. Super-ripe black cherry, lavender, spice, menthol, licorice and rose petal build in a rich, dramatic wine endowed with superb depth, intensity and pedigree. All the best elements of the house style are on display in this sumptuous, modern Tuscan red. Two thousand sixteen is a terrific vintage for the Concerto. I loved it.

94pts James Suckling

A flamboyant and flavorful red with lots of plum and cherry character. Full body, soft tannins and a fruity finish. Lovely, fruity wine with a caressing structure.

94pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2016 Concerto di Fonterutoli is 80% Sangiovese and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in 225-liter French oak for 18 months. The Cabernet Sauvignon element comes through nicely with dark fruit, spice and some grilled herb. The grape gives the wine a heavier and more concentrated center of gravity. However, the soul and style of the wine is driven by the freshness and delicate aromas of the Sangiovese.

Wine Spectator

Bright and fruity, this displays cherry, berry, tobacco and earth notes. Sleek and balanced, defined by a line of chalky tannins on the finish. A bit pinched in the end. Best from 2021 through 2026. 3,083 cases made, 300 cases imported.

Tasting Notes

Rich and juicy, notes of underbrush and black berries, powerful and fine. Pairs well with spiced dishes, stewed game and aged cheeses.

Winery Notes

Established in 1435, the Mazzei family is one of Tuscany’s oldest wine dynasties and
they have been cultivating vineyards and crafting fine wine for over 600 years in
Fonterutoli in the heart of Chianti Classico. Leading the portfolio today are the
Marchesi Mazzei, brothers Francesco and Filippo, as well as Filippo’s son Giovanni,
the 25th generation. All the estates are farmed with a commitment to reducing
environmental impact and fostering sustainability. From their state-of-the-art lowimpact, gravity fed cellar to their massal selections and clonal research, the current
generation pursues innovation that elevates their wines and protects their ecosystem.
This balance of preservation and evolution is rooted in the Castello di Fonterutoli, the
historic family seat.
Concerto di Fonterutoli, first released in 1981, is one of the first ten wines that built
the legend of the Super Tuscans in a decade which marked a historic turnabout in
Tuscan winemaking and added new luster to the image of Italian wine in general.

Blend: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon