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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - 2019 - Magnum - Cassa Legno - Tenuta la Fuga - Folonari 2019
FolonariSangiovese 100% Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 150 cl 2019
$100.87−15%($67.25/ℓ)
Recommended price: $119.18
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Technical information
- Producer
- Folonari
- Name
- Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
- Variety
- Sangiovese 100%
- Vintage
- 2019
- Gradation
- 15.0%
- Format
- 150 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Forest fruits, orange peel, flowers, cedar, walnut, wet leaves
- Vinification method
- Fermentation in stainless steel; maceration ~20 days
- Aging
- Aging 4 years; ≥24 months in Slavonian oak; 12 months bottle
- Type of cask
- Slavonian oak casks 25 hl
- Color
- Ruby red with garnet reflections
- Serving temperature
- 16-20 °C
- Recommended consumption
- Ideal consumption 2024-2034
- Pairing
- Duck porchetta with wild fennel seeds
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Tenuta La Fuga, Camigliano (southwest of Montalcino)
- Type
- Red wine
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This Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2019 from Tenuta la Fuga, offered by Folonari in magnum format and presented in a wooden case, shows a balanced, restrained profile. In the glass it displays a lively colour, with nuances that invite inspection of its density. The wine's approach is measured: the bouquet suggests ripe red fruit, subtle earthy notes and a trace of delicate spice, without excess. The structure is well defined, noticeable in body and persistence, while maintaining an overall sense of harmony.
It is recommended to serve it at controlled temperature and to decant if one wishes to open its aromatic profiles; the magnum format promotes slower development in bottle. Classic pairings include red meat dishes, game and aged cheeses; it also suits moments of contemplative tasting. For purchasers of the wooden case version, the packaging adds value for storage and gifting. This is a wine intended for those seeking a composed Brunello with character, suitable for occasions where quality is desired without ostentatious gestures.
It is recommended to serve it at controlled temperature and to decant if one wishes to open its aromatic profiles; the magnum format promotes slower development in bottle. Classic pairings include red meat dishes, game and aged cheeses; it also suits moments of contemplative tasting. For purchasers of the wooden case version, the packaging adds value for storage and gifting. This is a wine intended for those seeking a composed Brunello with character, suitable for occasions where quality is desired without ostentatious gestures.
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.