Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari

Torcalvano Rosso di Montepulciano DOC - Folonari 2022

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari
Name Rosso di Montepulciano DOC
Variety Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese)
Vintage 2022
Gradation 13.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, floral notes
Vinification method Steel fermentation, skin maceration
Region Tuscany
Production area Montepulciano
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging 6-12 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5 years
Pairing Red meats, cured meats, aged cheeses
The Torcalvano Rosso di Montepulciano DOC by Folonari is a red wine that encapsulates the tradition and elegance of Tuscany, proving itself a classic example of this famous denomination. Produced in Montepulciano, renowned for its rich soils that lend the wine a marked structure and a distinct character, Torcalvano presents a deep ruby red color with shades that promise an intense and enveloping tasting experience.

On the nose, the wine reveals a complex aromatic bouquet where notes of ripe red fruits such as cherries and plums stand out, enriched by spicy nuances of black pepper and a light vanilla touch contributed by aging in wood. This wine indeed spends part of its maturation process in barriques, which adds complexity and further rounds out its structure.

On the palate, Torcalvano demonstrates an excellent balance between acidity and well-integrated tannins, resulting in a pleasingly persistent drink. The fruity sensations savored on the nose are also found on the palate, accompanied by a delicate balsamic note that prolongs the aftertaste.

This wine pairs beautifully with dishes from Tuscan cuisine, like peposo dell'Impruneta or bistecca alla fiorentina, but is equally sublime with aged cheeses or mushroom-based dishes. It is recommended to serve it at a temperature of 18-20°C to fully appreciate all its qualities.

Thus, the Torcalvano Rosso di Montepulciano is an expression of a territory, an ideal choice for those seeking a wine that encompasses the essence of Italian winemaking with the guarantee of a historic and respected producer like Folonari.
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How to serve

Glass:

Medium Goblet

Serve to:

16-18°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 3-5 years

Production area


Tuscany

The winery

Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari.

A family-owned Tuscan wine group that brings together several estates in Tuscany’s historic appellations, producing wines ranging from Chianti Classico and Super Tuscans to those from Montalcino and Bolgheri.
Region: Toscana
Country: Italia
Founded: 2000
Grapes: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Vermentino, Ansonica, Pinot Nero
A group of several Tuscan estates with production in Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Bolgheri, Montepulciano and Costa Toscana. Production encompassing traditional DOC/DOCG wines and Supertuscan/IGT projects, including single-varietal and recognized white wines. A family lineage with historic roots and a modern revival of the agricultural heritage begun by Ambrogio and Giovanni.
Winery history
The Folonari family has been active in the winemaking sector for generations. The current project, "Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute," was established in 2000 when Ambrogio and Giovanni brought together and revitalized several Tuscan estates. The family maintains a long winemaking tradition dating back centuries and is now committed to enhancing each estate and its local territory.
Production philosophy
The estate prioritizes territorial identity, elegance and respect for the diversity of individual areas. Its work focuses on grape quality and the enhancement of Tuscan terroirs, with projects that include both traditional wines and single-varietal wines and Super Tuscan interpretations.
Terroir and vineyards
Le Tenute Folonari are spread across several wine-growing areas of Tuscany: Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Bolgheri and areas of the Maremma/Tuscan Coast. The company manages estates and vineyards in the region's most suitable appellations.

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