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Chardonnay I.G.T. Toscana from the 1988 vintage signed Folonari, from the Colline di Panzano in Chianti, with 24 months in barrel and an evolved profile of citrus and herbs. Its main drawback: €96.43 for a white I.G.T. without any distinction or award mentioned.
Chardonnay in I.G.T. Toscana from the Colline di Panzano in Chianti: international grape variety outside the Chianti Classico zone, but a named zone and a consistent aromatic profile.
No award or guide mentioned, producer Folonari named without any attested reputation: mere absence of information, score kept near the average.
€96.43 for a white I.G.T. without distinction, crossed-out price of €112.87: high for what is described, without an equivalent rank benchmark.
Precise pairings (fish, shellfish, white meats, light dishes) and detailed profile (chamomile, tea, sage, citron, lemon zest, toastiness); serving temperature not specified.
Folonari named, Tenute del Cabreo located in Panzano in Chianti, detailed winemaking: fermentation in steel, passage in wood, bâtonnage, 24 months in barrel then bottle aging.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine for a moment: a Tuscan Chardonnay, 1988 vintage, whispering stories of sun and patience. This wine, from the Tenute del Cabreo in collaboration with Folonari, is a true gem that defies time, offering a unique sensory experience.
This exceptional white wine takes root in the Colline di Panzano in Chianti, a place where nature scapes landscapes of breathtaking beauty. It is there, in this privileged terroir, that the Folonari estate carefully cultivated the Chardonnay vines that give birth to La Pietra. Although the estate's history is rich, it is above all the expression of the grape variety and its vintage that speaks to us here.
To the eye, you will discover a robe that, despite the decades, retains a beautiful intensity, a promise of great vitality. On the nose, this Chardonnay reveals complex and evolved aromas: I perceive delicate notes of chamomile and tea, interwoven with herbaceous touches such as sage. Nuances of citrus, notably citron and lemon zest, bring an unexpected freshness, while a subtle touch of roasting completes this bouquet. On the palate, you will be surprised by its structure and persistence, the fruit of meticulous winemaking: an initial fermentation in steel tanks, followed by a transfer to wood and regular bâtonnage. It then aged for at least 24 months in barrel, before a prolonged refinement in the bottle, which gives it this depth and elegance.
To fully appreciate this treasure, I suggest serving it at a cool temperature, but not icy, so as to let its full aromatic palette express itself. This 1988 Chardonnay will pair wonderfully with delicate dishes: think of fine fish, crustaceans, or poultry. It will also elegantly accompany light dishes, where its complexity can express itself without being dominated. It is the ideal wine for a special moment, an intimate celebration, or simply to treat yourself while exploring the flavors of a distant past. Let yourself be carried away by this unique experience, a true immersion in the soul of Tuscany.
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