The 2024 Fontodi Meriggio Sauvignon Blanc IGT is a distinctive Tuscan white from one of Italy’s most celebrated estates. Produced by the Manetti family at Fontodi in the heart of Panzano’s renowned Conca d’Oro, Meriggio demonstrates the estate’s ability to craft world-class white wines alongside its iconic Sangiovese reds. Grown on the estate’s organically farmed, galestro-rich soils, the wine combines the aromatic intensity of Sauvignon Blanc with the texture, minerality and elegance of its unique Tuscan terroir.
The nose reveals grapefruit, lime zest and white peach alongside notes of elderflower, fresh herbs and subtle flinty minerality. The palate is vibrant and beautifully textured, combining bright citrus and stone fruit with crisp acidity and a pronounced mineral backbone. Hints of gooseberry, lemon blossom and wet stone add complexity, while the finish is long, focused and refreshingly dry. The 2024 vintage showcases exceptional purity, freshness and balance.
Ben’s Recommendation:
A sophisticated and distinctive Sauvignon Blanc that offers a fascinating Italian interpretation of this classic variety. Fresh, mineral and highly food-friendly, it pairs beautifully with oysters, grilled prawns, seafood pasta, goat’s cheese and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Enjoy now and over the next 5–7 years while its vibrant fruit, mineral precision and aromatic complexity are at their peak.
