{"title":"Felsina","description":"Fèlsina represents wines from Tuscany that bring their origin directly to your glass. With the Maestro Raro and the Fontalloro, you\u0026#39;ll discover two classics that impress with their structure and depth. You\u0026#39;ll taste ripe berries, subtle spice, and a velvety texture that makes these red wines perfect companions for special evenings. Whether paired with a hearty braised dish or simply enjoyed on their own, you\u0026#39;ll appreciate the winery\u0026#39;s expertise in every nuance. A true taste of Italy that shows you just how much character can be found in carefully cultivated vines.","products":[{"product_id":"felsina-felsina-fontalloro","title":"Felsina Fontalloro","description":"\u003cp\u003eFontalloro is Fèlsina\u0026#39;s answer to the question of what Sangiovese can do without Cabernet: a single-varietal Tuscan wine with depth, structure and long aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Fèlsina winery is located in the southernmost part of the Chianti Classico region, near Castelnuovo Berardenga. Since the 1980s, Fontalloro has been considered the estate\u0026#39;s flagship wine – a \u003cstrong\u003eToscana IGT\u003c\/strong\u003e , because at the time it broke the strict Classico regulations. The grapes come from the Rancia vineyard, with its rich galestro and alberese soils, which give the Sangiovese grapes a pronounced acidity and firm tannin structure. It is aged in barriques, a classic method for this style of Annata.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays dark cherry, pomegranate, and violet, along with notes of tobacco, cedar, and a hint of iron minerality. The tannins are present but well-integrated – not a harsh wine, but one with backbone. The finish is long, slightly salty, with lingering spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eDishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild boar sauce on pappardelle, aged pecorino\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 17–18 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eDrinking window:\u003c\/b\u003e now until 2032+, with air in the decanter\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fèlsina","offers":[{"title":"2018","offer_id":52694975381840,"sku":"V31190","price":66.66,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_f_lsina_felsina_fontalloro.webp?v=1771238313"},{"product_id":"felsina-colonia-chianti-classico-gran-selezione","title":"Felsina Colonia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eColonia\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from a single vineyard on the Fèlsina estate near Castelnuovo Berardenga — the southernmost tip of Chianti Classico. There, where the soils become sandy and stony and the sun burns longer, Sangiovese grapes ripen to a density that can only be understood in the Gran Selezione format after a long aging period in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Fèlsina has been one of the leading wineries in Tuscany since the 1980s. It\u0026#39;s not a showy operation, but rather a focus on consistent work in the vineyard: low yields, selective hand-harvesting, and extended maceration. The Colonia matures in French oak barrels before resting for several more months in the bottle—the vintage determines when it is released.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it shines a deep ruby ​​red. The nose reveals blackberry and plum, along with rosemary, bay leaf, and a hint of iron ore. On the palate, a firm yet silky tannin structure supports the fruit, while the acidity keeps everything in balance. The finish is long and spicy, with a mineral aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025–2033. Decant at least one hour before drinking.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17–18 °C.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bistecca alla Fiorentina, braised wild boar loin, Pecorino Stagionato or pasta with truffle ragù.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fèlsina","offers":[{"title":"2018","offer_id":53124424565072,"sku":"VJ1360-2018","price":96.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/652164_0000_2203_ohneJG.png?v=1780997571"},{"product_id":"felsina-rancia-chianti-classico-riserva-chianti-classico-riserva-docg","title":"Felsina Rància Chianti Classico Riserva Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG","description":"\u003cp\u003eRància is Fèlsina\u0026#39;s flagship wine — a single-vineyard cuvée from the heart of Chianti Classico, which shows what Sangiovese can achieve on barren Galestro rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The winery is located southeast of Siena in Castelnuovo Berardenga, one of the warmest areas of Chianti Classico. Since the 1980s, Fèlsina has established the Riserva-Rância as a distinct vineyard site—long before single vineyards became fashionable again in Tuscany. The grapes ripen on calcareous Galestro soil, which contributes to the wine\u0026#39;s firm structure and pronounced minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a dark ruby ​​red with a hint of garnet. The nose offers ripe black cherry, blackberry, and a distinct undertone of leather, tobacco, and rosemary—typical of mature Sangiovese from this region. On the palate, firm but well-integrated tannins, lively acidity, and a long finish with notes of dark chocolate and dried lavender. The Riserva aging in oak barrels gives the wine additional depth without masking the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Drinking window: now until 2032. Best served at 17–18 °C. Pairs well with Bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild boar salami, mature Pecorino cheese, or pasta with wild boar ragù.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fèlsina","offers":[{"title":"2019","offer_id":53124434723152,"sku":"VJ1418-2019","price":37.82,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/27900519_2511.png?v=1780997647"},{"product_id":"felsina-maestro-raro","title":"Felsina Maestro Raro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Sangiovese from the heart of Chianti Classico – dense, spicy, with the characteristic acidity that makes this location so distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFèlsina\u003c\/strong\u003e is located in Castelnuovo Berardenga, at the southernmost tip of the Chianti Classico region. For decades, the winery has been considered one of Tuscany\u0026#39;s most reliable producers – known for wines that combine power and finesse without becoming heavy. The Maestro Raro is an expression of this philosophy: single-varietal, vinified by hand, and aged in oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays dark blackberry and sour cherry, underpinned by tobacco, dry leather, and a hint of black tea. The body is medium to full-bodied, the tannins firm but not harsh – typical of Sangiovese from good vineyards. 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