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La Forra Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG - 2021 - Tenuta di Nozzole - Folonari 2021
FolonariSangiovese Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 75 cl 2021
CHF 20.73−16%(CHF 27.64/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 24.75
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Technical information
- Producer
- Folonari
- Name
- Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
- Variety
- Sangiovese
- Vintage
- 2021
- Gradation
- 15.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Ripe red fruit, balsamic notes, tertiary wood, vanilla, chocolate
- Vinification method
- Fermentation in steel; maceration ~4 weeks
- Aging
- At least 24 months in barrique
- Type of cask
- Barrique
- Color
- Ruby red
- Recommended consumption
- Drink within 10 years
- Pairing
- Pigeon stuffed with black truffle
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Vineyards Tenuta di Nozzole, La Forra (Greve)
- Type
- Red wine
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La Forra Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2021 from Tenuta di Nozzole for Folonari shows a clear color and a compact structure. On the nose there are impressions of ripe red fruit, light spicy nuances and a hint of earthy notes; the aromas unfold in a balanced way without excess. On the palate it has body, well-integrated tannins and a linear flavor progression that echoes the fruit perceived on the nose, supported by good acidity that preserves freshness and tension.
It pairs well with traditional Tuscan dishes, meat ragù, aged cheeses and hearty soups; serve at around 16–18 °C and, if desired, decant briefly to encourage aromatic openness. For those seeking a recognizable Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG with a restrained style, this wine offers a coherent, ready-to-enjoy option with some potential for medium-term development if stored under suitable conditions.
It pairs well with traditional Tuscan dishes, meat ragù, aged cheeses and hearty soups; serve at around 16–18 °C and, if desired, decant briefly to encourage aromatic openness. For those seeking a recognizable Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG with a restrained style, this wine offers a coherent, ready-to-enjoy option with some potential for medium-term development if stored under suitable conditions.
The winery
Folonari
Toscana (con attività e presenza anche in Veneto, Friuli e altre regioni italiane)ItaliaSince 2000
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.
- Grape varieties
- 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.
The story
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 recognition
The "Vinitaly Territory Ambassador" award was presented to Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute.