La Pietra Chardonnay Toscana IGT - 2005 - Cassa Legno - Tenute del Cabreo - Folonari 2005

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100% Chardonnay · La Pietra Chardonnay Tuscany IGT · 75 cl · 2005

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Producer Folonari
Name La Pietra Chardonnay Tuscany IGT
Variety 100% Chardonnay
Vintage 2005
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Chamomile, dried tea, honey, sage, citron, lemon peel, toasted
Vinification method Initial fermentation in steel, racking to wood mid-process
Region Tuscany
Production area Tenute del Cabreo, Greve in Chianti (FI)
Country Italy
Type White wine
Aging About 24 months in tonneau, then bottle refinement
Type of cask Tonneau (small oak barrels)
Color Brilliant straw yellow
Serving temperature 10-12 °C
Pairing Fish and shellfish; white meats; stuffed pasta; cheeses
The La Pietra Chardonnay Toscana IGT 2005 presents as a mature white wine with a pronounced golden hue and an aromatic development that reflects its age. On the nose there are notes of ripe yellow-fleshed fruit, light citrus nuances and hints of dried flowers; on the palate it shows a full texture, an enveloping softness and freshness still present that supports the sip. The evolved aromas may include impressions of honey and toasted almond without being excessive, adding complexity rather than dominance.

It pairs well with traditional dishes featuring flavoursome fish, roasted white meats and creamy preparations, as well as with not-too-intense aged cheeses. Serve cool but not ice cold to highlight the mature aromas; opening it a little in advance can aid expressiveness. Packaged in a wooden case, it bears the Tenute del Cabreo signature and appears among Folonari's offerings for those seeking a clearly developed vintage white.
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.
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.