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Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva DOCG - 2000 - Cassa Legno - Torcalvano - Folonari 2000

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Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese clone), varietal (100%) · Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva D.O.C.G. · 75 cl · 2000

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Producer Folonari
Name Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva D.O.C.G.
Variety Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese clone), varietal (100%)
Vintage 2000
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Floral, ripe red fruit, leather, spice; velvety tannins
Vinification method Fermentation 28°C in stainless steel; maceration ≥20 days
Region Tuscany
Production area Torcalvano estate, Gracciano locality, Montepulciano
Country Italy
Type Red wine, Riserva DOCG
Aging 24 months in wood (50% Slavonian, 50% barriques) +12 months bottle
Type of cask Slavonian oak 50 hl barrels and 225 L French barriques
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Ageing potential up to 30 years
Pairing Pork scamerita with garlic-scented turnip greens

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The Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva DOCG 2000 from Folonari, bearing the Torcalvano designation and offered in a wooden case, is a wine that reflects the maturity of its vintage without exaggeration. On the nose there are hints of ripe fruit, earthy notes and a complex aromatic profile that evolves with aeration; on the palate it shows structure, tannins that are present yet integrated, and a persistence that calls for cautious serving. The bottle shows evidence of time spent in the cellar without asserting undeclared technical details.

It pairs well with savory dishes, red meats and aged cheeses; it can accompany traditional preparations and boldly flavored courses. It is advisable to open in advance and consider decanting depending on the wine's stage of evolution. The wooden case aids storage and presentation as a cellar item or gift. Official information on production and aging is that which is stated on the label.
The winery

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

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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.

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