Tenute Folonari
Cabreo Black Pinot Nero 2024
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged in 500-litre tonneaux that are not new for at least 1 year and in bottle for a minimum of 6 months. |
- Origin and grape: 100% Pinot Noir from Panzano in Chianti, Tuscany IGT
- Aroma: notes of ripe red fruits, incense, black tea, tobacco and vanilla
- Taste: medium-full and silky structure, hints of blueberry, blackberry, with a finish of dark chocolate and wood
- Vinification: fermented in steel at 28°C, 4 weeks maceration, aged in 500-litre tonneaux for 12 months
- Serving temperature and pairings: serve at 16-18°C, ideal with poultry, red meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Cabreo Black by Tenute Folonari is a still red wine with Indicazione Geografica Tipica from Tuscany, an expression of the Pinot Noir grape variety, fermented in steel and aged in barrels. On the nose, it reveals a bouquet with clear aromas of ripe red fruits, enriched by hints of incense and black tea. On the palate, it stands out for its silky texture and medium-full body, where notes of blueberry and blackberry intertwine with subtle hints of dark chocolate. The balance is ensured by well-integrated acidity and elegant tannins, making it perfect for enhancing poultry dishes, red meats and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from a single plot located on the hills of Panzano, in Chianti Classico. The vineyards of Tenute Folonari are situated at four hundred and fifty metres above sea level, immersed in a microclimate ideal for ripening. The soil is characterised by a medium-textured clay with a significant stony component, capable of imparting finesse and depth to the sip. This particular terroir is crucial for maintaining the vibrant freshness and aromatic definition of the harvest.
How it is produced
The winemaking process follows methods aimed at respecting the characteristics of the grape variety. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, with maceration lasting about four weeks. Maturation occurs in barrels for at least one year, a stage that allows the structure to harmonise without masking the fruit's identity. Finally, a period of bottle ageing of at least six months consolidates the organoleptic characteristics before release to the market.
History and Curiosities
The first harvest of Cabreo Black dates back to 2006. This prestigious Toscana IGT label from Tenute Folonari originates from a single plot located on the hills of Panzano, in the heart of Chianti Classico, and is characterised by a limited production. Among its notable accolades, the wine has been awarded 92 points by James Suckling and 91 points by Falstaff.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2000
- Oenologist: Raffaele Orlandini con la consulenza di Roberto Potentini
- Bottles produced: 1.100.000
- Hectares: 250
In 1912, Italo Folonari, Ambrogio Folonari's grandfather, with his brother Francesco, bought the Ruffino winery, known at the time for its characteristically flask-packed Chianti.
After the Second World War, some profound changes took place in Italy in terms of economic development and rising living standards. This trend also influenced the wine sector, where the Folonari family, and Ambrogio in particular, were among the first to promote this trend by producing new, high-quality wines that helped create the 'new frontier' of Italian wine. At the end of the 1960s, the family sold the company 'Fratelli Folonari', which was positioned in the table wine segment, and began to concentrate on bottled wines at origin, thanks also to the acquisition of the famous Tenuta di Nozzole near Greve in Chianti, in the heart of Chianti Classico region. At the same time, they bought other estates in Tuscany with the aim of producing fine wines, including 'Cabreo' conceived by Ambrogio in the 1980s.
In 2000, Ambrogio left Ruffino and the rest of the family and created with his son the: "Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute", holding some of the best agricultural properties. This gave rise to a group of companies located in areas with the highest wine-growing vocation in Tuscany. Read more
| Name | Folonari Cabreo Black Pinot Nero 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Tenute Folonari |
| Story | History and Curiosities The first harvest of Cabreo Black dates back to 2006. This prestigious Toscana IGT label from Tenute Folonari originates from a single plot located on the hills of Panzano, in the heart of Chianti Classico, and is characterised by a limited production. Among its notable accolades, the wine has been awarded 92 points by James Suckling and 91 points by Falstaff. |
| Origin | Colli di Panzano in Chianti (FI) |
| Climate | Altitude: approximately 450 m above sea level. |
| Soil composition | Medium-textured clay soil, very rich in stony components |
| Plants per hectare | 5000 |
| Yield per hectare | On average 5 tonnes of grapes per hectare |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 °C |
| Fermentation | About 4 weeks |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature (28 °C) with maceration for about 4 weeks; ageing in 500-litre tonneaux that are not new for at least 1 year and in bottle for a minimum of 6 months |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel wine vats at a controlled temperature of 28°C with maceration for about 4 weeks; ageing in 500-litre tonneaux that are not new for at least 1 year and in bottle for a minimum of 6 months. |
| Aging | Aged in 500-litre tonneaux that are not new for at least 1 year and in bottle for a minimum of 6 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |