Sangiovese Terre Di Chieti

Fantini's Sangiovese expression from Terre di Chieti anchors itself in the clay-limestone hillsides of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, where continental air and diurnal temperature swings sharpen acidity and deepen color stability. The vineyard sits at moderate elevation across south-facing slopes, a microclimate that favors extended ripening without overripeness.

Production emphasizes restraint: fruit is destemmed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel, with extended maceration to extract tannin structure without harsh extraction. Aging occurs in neutral oak or large format vessels, preserving primary fruit character while building textural complexity. The wine spends 12–14 months in wood before bottling, allowing integration without oak dominance.

This is Sangiovese built on mineral tension rather than fruit opulence—a wine that reflects Abruzzo's cooler continental terroir rather than chasing ripeness. The 2019 and 2020 vintages show the house style: lean, savory, with pronounced acidity that demands food.