Champagne - Alain Millesimè Premier Cru Champagne Premier Cru AOC - Louis Brochet - Folonari 2018

Name: Champagne - Alain Millesimè Premier Cru Champagne Premier Cru AOC - Louis Brochet - Folonari
Brand: Folonari
SKU: Folonari-19215/18
Price: 54.53 EUR
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Folonari

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Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier · Champagne Premier Cru AOC · 75 cl · 2018

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CHF 54.53

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Technical information

Producer	Folonari
Name	Champagne Premier Cru AOC
Variety	Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Vintage	2018
Gradation	12.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Notes of yeast, citrus, white fruit
Vinification method	Classic method (secondary fermentation in bottle)
Residual sugars	Brut
Region	Champagne
Production area	Premier Cru, Champagne
Country	France
Type	Sparkling wine
Aging	Minimum 15 months on lees
Type of cask	Stainless steel, partly in 300 L oak barrels
Color	White sparkling wine
Serving temperature	8-10°C
Recommended consumption	Immediate consumption, but can evolve positively for several years
Pairing	Aperitifs, fish, shellfish, light dishes

Descrizione

Alain Millesimé Premier Cru presents a fine perlage and lively bubbles that support a balanced aromatic profile: ripe citrus, a faint note of green apple and hints of white flowers intertwine with a touch of bread crust suggesting a gentle complexity. The nose is direct but not simple, with a freshness that invites a sip and a mineral sensation that brings precision to the aromatic picture, maintaining the elegant character typical of a good Premier Cru expression signed by Louis Brochet for Folonari.

On the palate the wine shows drive and harmony: the acidity is lively but well-balanced, the texture is saline and the mousse provides creaminess without weighing it down. The finish is clean and of good persistence, suitable both as an aperitif and to accompany delicate seafood dishes, shellfish or refined starters. Serve chilled; it is also enjoyable with indulgent but not overly structured pairings, when seeking balance and depth in the glass.

The winery

Folonari – Winery in Toscana (con attività e presenza anche in Veneto, Friuli e altre regioni italiane)

Discover the story and wines of Folonari.

A historic brand tied to an Italian winemaking family with roots in the province of Brescia; today present with estates in Tuscany and a broad portfolio of wines sold nationally and internationally.

Region: Toscana (con attività e presenza anche in Veneto, Friuli e altre regioni italiane)

Country: Italia

Founded: 2000

Grapes: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara, Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave, Merlot, Montepulciano, Moscato, Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Picolit

Winemaking family with documented activity dating back to the 18th–19th centuries. A group of estates led by Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari, with five Tuscan estates and a diversified portfolio. Approximately 250 hectares of vineyards across the company’s estates. Declared production of approximately 1.2 million bottles. A wine portfolio featuring typical labels from the Veneto and Tuscany.

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Winery history

The Folonari family has deep roots in the Brescia area and has been involved in wine production since the late 18th century. At the end of the 19th century the headquarters were moved to Brescia, and in the early 20th century the family acquired the historic Ruffino winery. In the 1960s Nino Folonari began a shift toward quality with the acquisition of estates in Chianti. In 2000 Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari established Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute, which brings together several estates in Tuscany, while the Folonari brand offers an extensive range of table wines and appellation wines.

Production philosophy

Enhance the production areas, combine tradition and innovation, and focus on grape quality to produce wines that are distinctive and closely tied to their territory; the company's plan includes investments in the estates and attention to the diversity of terroirs.

Terroir and vineyards

Headquarters and estates are mainly in Tuscany, with production and a presence also in north-eastern regions such as Veneto and in areas like the Collio; the company’s history begins in the Bresciano and includes references to territories around Lake Garda and beyond.

Awards and recognitions

The "Vinitaly Territory Ambassador" award was presented to Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute.