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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - 1999 - Cassa Legno - Tenuta la Fuga - Folonari 1999

Name: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - 1999 - Cassa Legno - Tenuta la Fuga - Folonari
Brand: Folonari
SKU: Folonari-20110/99
Price: 81.36 EUR
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Sangiovese 100% · Brunello di Montalcino DOCG · 75 cl · 1999

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81,36 €

Recommended price: 88,31 €

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Technical information

Producer	Folonari
Name	Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Variety	Sangiovese 100%
Vintage	1999
Gradation	15.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Complex aromas; aristocratic tannins; very persistent finish
Vinification method	Stainless-steel fermentation 28°C; maceration ~20 days
Region	Tuscany
Production area	Vineyards Tenuta La Fuga, southwest of Montalcino (Camigliano)
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	4 years; ≥24 months in Slavonian barrels; 12 months bottle aging
Type of cask	25 hl Slavonian oak barrels
Color	Ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18 °C
Recommended consumption	Up to 30 years
Pairing	Roast duck in porchetta with wild fennel seeds

Descrizione

This Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 1999 from Tenuta la Fuga - Folonari shows a profile shaped by age: the color leans toward garnet with orange hues, while the nose reveals evolved notes of dried ripe fruit, undergrowth and light spices. The palate is soft and enveloping, with gentle tannins and a balance that favors depth more than freshness. Overall it retains a composed character typical of mature vintage wines, suitable for those seeking already developed bottles.

The wooden case adds a sense of care in storage and also makes it suitable as a gift or for a collection. It is recommended to open the bottle a few hours before service, serve at around 16–18 degrees and pair with roasted meats, hearty stews or aged cheeses. Given its mature vintage, it is important to check the condition of the cork and bottle before purchase; if further evolution in bottle is desired, store in a stable environment away from temperature fluctuations. Information on grape composition, winemaking techniques and ageing is not provided for this lot.

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.

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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.