Felsina Chianti Classico 2013 Smart Buy by Wine Spectator

Fattoria di Fèlsina has long been one of the great names in Tuscany. Based in the Chianti Classico region, Fèlsina produces one of the finest ranges of ageworthy and complex Chianti bottlings in all of Italy. Unlike many of their neighbors, Fèlsina has never succumbed to the temptation to produce “new age” wines from their fine Chianti vineyards, and continues to grow solely Sangiovese here, rather than dabble with international-styled blends that include Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot. 

92 Wine Spectator - SMART BUYS

This is rich and sumptuous, boasting pure flavors of cherry and raspberry, matched to a juicy texture. There are plenty of tannins neatly folded into the overall structure, with hints of mineral and tea on the long, expansive finish. Best from 2017 through 2024. 15,000 cases made.—B.S. 

Vintage: 2013

Bottle sizes: 375 ML, 750 ML

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

Appellation: Chianti Classico

Wine type: Red

Varietals: Sangiovese

Organic: Practicing

Vineyard: In the commune of Castelnuovo Berardenga, northeast of Siena and south of the Chianti Classico zone.

Orientation: 350 - 420m in elevation.

Soil: Quartzitic blue-grey sandstone mixed with sand strata, calcareous alberese mixed with alluvial pebbles.

Viticulture: From the 1980s on, the vineyards were re-trained and reorganised in accord with research and experimentation centering on Sangiovese as the privileged variety.

Vinification: Automatic daily punch-downs during fermentation at 28-30oC, followed by 12-15 day maceration. Draining-off after fermentation.

Aging: Transfer in March-April to small and medium-sized casks for 12 months’ maturation. 3-6 months’ bottle-ageing.

FOCUS Wines give back to Children’s Hospitals at Escape the Cape Triathlon

FOCUS Wines give back to Children’s Hospitals at Escape the Cape Triathlon 

Event Date: June 14, 2015

Only a few races begin with jumping off a boat to start your triathlon... now, imagine doing it legally blind. Joe Caruso, owner of Big C & FOCUS Wines, is very familiar with this feeling. The avid tri-athlete, business owner, and father was born with congenital cataracts as were his two daughters, Parker and Shea. Every day, they still struggle to maintain their vision.  These young girls, along with many other children with vision-threatening medical issues, have been helped by several premiere Children’s Hospitals and Ophthalmology Centers in the Philadelphia area including CHOP, Scheie Eye Institute, and University of Penn.  These doctors and their teams have provided numerous procedures, therapies, and support that have allowed so many to live a life with sight. The Caruso family owns a wine import and wholesale company based in Cape May, NJ and is launching their first private label, FOCUS, at the upcoming triathlon, Escape the Cape by Delmo Sports, at the Cape May Ferry Terminal on June 14th. FOCUS Wines are hand-picked from the central coast of California and were created to be a major contributor to funds at Children’s Hospitals. A portion of the proceeds from every FOCUS Wine goes back to give children from around the world their chance to experience life the way all kids should: with health, joy, and hope. The first varietal “Parker” Pinot Noir will be poured by the glass at the terminal and throughout the event. Natalie Caruso, Joe’s wife and mother to Parker and Shea, is also the FOCUS brand ambassador and will be on-site to answer any questions. This will be Joe Caruso third year racing Escape the Cape. Joe has completed two full Ironman races at Lake Placid and over 40 triathlons. Come meet this incredible family, taste some excellent wine, and give back to a special cause.

About DelMo Sports & Escape the Cape:

DelMo Sports’ owner Stephen Del Monte has partnered with the Caruso family to continue the growth of the FOCUS foundation.   Del Monte has been recognized by the endurance sports community for his dedication to providing top-notch events along the Jersey Shore. In September 2012, Stephen was named Event Director of the Month by Active.com. Triathlon Business International athletes selected DelMoSports for three ‘Best Of’ nominations in their 2014 Triathletes Choice awards.

For more information about FOCUS Wines please contact
Lexi Quinn (609)846-8022 or LexiQ@BigCWines.com

For more information about Escape the Cape & DelMo Sports please contact Stephen Del Monte
(609)849.8908 or email info@delmosports.com

For more information about FOCUS Wine Foundation please contact

Joseph Caruso (609)972-1600 admin@BigCWines.com

www.FocusWineFoundation.com

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