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La Pietra Chardonnay Toscana IGT - 2018 - Cassa Legno - Tenute del Cabreo - Folonari 2018
FolonariChardonnay 100% Toscana IGT 75 cl 2018
CHF 83.95−18%(CHF 111.93/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 102.71
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Technical information
- Producer
- Folonari
- Name
- Toscana IGT
- Variety
- Chardonnay 100%
- Vintage
- 2018
- Gradation
- 13.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- White peaches, ripe apples, chamomile, vanilla, acacia honey
- Vinification method
- Soft pressing, cold decant 24h; fermentation in steel and toasted 5 hl barrels
- Aging
- 12 months in toasted oak tonneaux with bâtonnage; 6 months bottle aging
- Type of cask
- Toasted oak tonneaux 5 hl (50% new, 50% 2nd/3rd fill)
- Color
- Canary yellow with greenish reflections
- Serving temperature
- 14-16 °C
- Recommended consumption
- Up to 15 years
- Pairing
- Pairs with dishes of a light appearance or in good company
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Vineyards Tenute del Cabreo, hills of Panzano in Chianti
- Type
- White wine
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La Pietra Chardonnay Toscana IGT 2018, produced by Tenute del Cabreo and distributed by Folonari, is a Chardonnay labeled Toscana IGT with ageing in cassa legno indicated in the name. In the glass it shows a bright straw-yellow, with a measured structure and balanced aromatic presence. The cassa legno reference suggests a restrained wood influence that complements the varietal character without overwhelming it, suited to those seeking a full-bodied yet approachable white.
On the nose there are impressions of white-fleshed fruit and citrus, alongside subtle hints of vanilla and toast. On the palate it is medium-bodied, with pleasant freshness and a saline texture that supports a clean, persistent finish. It pairs well with flavorful seafood dishes, shellfish, white meats and soft cheeses; ideal for informal lunches and dinners. Serve around 10–12 °C and enjoy within a short period to preserve freshness and varietal notes.
On the nose there are impressions of white-fleshed fruit and citrus, alongside subtle hints of vanilla and toast. On the palate it is medium-bodied, with pleasant freshness and a saline texture that supports a clean, persistent finish. It pairs well with flavorful seafood dishes, shellfish, white meats and soft cheeses; ideal for informal lunches and dinners. Serve around 10–12 °C and enjoy within a short period to preserve freshness and varietal notes.
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.