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Hidden Tuscany Rating
This Cabreo Il Borgo 1994 comes from Greve in Chianti, blending Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, aged 24 months in barrique. Its generic IGT designation and lack of distinction make it an expensive wine for its rank.
Generic Toscana IGT designation, but precise zone (Greve in Chianti) and Sangiovese-Cabernet-Merlot blend consistent with Chianti Classico.
No award or guide mentioned; Folonari producer named, but no distinction attested in the sources.
At €72.32 for 75 cl, the price remains high for an IGT without distinction, despite the 3 L format and the displayed strikethrough price.
Detailed aromatic profile (marasca cherry, coconut, chocolate, vanilla, tobacco) and precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), serve at 16-18°C.
Folonari estate located in Greve in Chianti, fermentation in steel, 4-week maceration and aging of at least 24 months in barrique specified.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine for a moment Tuscany, not the one from postcards, but the one that reveals itself in a glass, after decades of patience. This Cabreo Il Borgo 1994 is an invitation to a sensory journey, an encounter with the history and depth of an exceptional terroir.
This wine was born on the Vigneti delle Tenute del Cabreo, within the Folonari estate, nestled in Greve in Chianti. It is here, in this Toscana IGT appellation, that Sangiovese, the region's flagship grape, unites with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Fermentation took place in steel tanks, with maceration of about four weeks, allowing a gentle and deep extraction of aromas and colors. Then, the wine rested for at least 24 months in barriques, refining its structure and developing its complexity.
To the eye, this 1994 vintage presents itself with an evolved color, a promise of beautiful maturity. On the nose, you will discover a rich aromatic profile, where marasca cherry blends with notes of coconut, chocolate and vanilla. Tobacco and aromatic herbs complete this bouquet, bearing witness to its age and evolution. On the palate, structure and balance are there. The tannins, once lively, are now polished and velvety, offering a supple and harmonious texture. I recommend light aeration before serving, so that it can fully express all its nuances.
To accompany this Cabreo Il Borgo 1994, think of dishes that can converse with its richness without overshadowing it. It will be magnificent with roasted red meats, a fine piece of feathered game or aged cheeses. Serve it at an ideal temperature of 16-18°C. This is a bottle suited to grand occasions, to moments of sharing where one takes the time to appreciate the beauty of a wine that has stood the test of time. It is a true gem for collectors or for celebrating a special event, an ode to Tuscan perseverance and elegance.
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