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Toscana IGT red from Folonari, blended from 60 % Syrah and 40 % Merlot, vinified and aged in stainless steel, sold for €12.38 instead of €14.20. Generic appellation with no distinction or organic mention, to be drunk young with antipasti, salumi or pizza.
Generic IGT Toscana, with no named sub-zone; Syrah and Bordeaux Merlot with no described link to the Maremma, an area nevertheless mentioned via Tenuta Vigne a Porrona.
No award or guide mentioned; Folonari producer named, but no distinction attested in the sources.
At €12.38 instead of €14.20, a moderate price for a simple Toscana IGT, a Syrah-Merlot blend, with no distinction; consistent with its ranking.
Precise and varied food pairings (antipasti di terra, salumi, pizza), detailed aromatic profile (blackberry, blackcurrant, black pepper) and recommended serving temperature between 16 and 18 °C.
Folonari estate named and located at Tenuta Vigne a Porrona; fermentation in steel, maceration of about four weeks and aging in stainless steel 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
Picture yourself on a Tuscan summer evening, the setting sun painting the sky in warm hues. It is in this spirit that I invite you to discover this wine, a red that captures the very essence of the Maremma, without fuss, just pure pleasure.
This wine comes to us from the Folonari estate, more precisely from their Tenuta Vigne a Porrona, nestled in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma. It is a region where nature expresses itself with force, offering ideal conditions for growing vines. This Toscana IGT is a bold blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Merlot, a marriage that gives it a personality all its own. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks, with maceration for about four weeks, allowing gentle extraction of aromas and colors, followed by aging also in stainless steel.
From the moment you pour it, this wine reveals a compact ruby color, a promise of great intensity. On the nose, it opens generously with aromas of ripe red fruits, with distinct notes of blackberry and blackcurrant, lifted by a subtle touch of black pepper. On the palate, it confirms these olfactory impressions. You will discover a balanced structure, soft tannins and a discreet acidity that support a medium-intensity body. It is a wine with an immediate and fluid progression, with a clean finish that irresistibly invites another sip. It is designed to be enjoyed in its youth, to fully appreciate its freshness and character.
This Toscana IGT is the ideal companion for your moments of togetherness. I recommend it with antipasti di terra, those delicious typically Italian starters, or with a selection of salumi. It will also pair wonderfully with a good homemade pizza. You can also imagine it with pasta with ragù, white meats or semi-aged cheeses. Serve it between 16 and 18 °C to appreciate all its nuances. It is a wine that does not seek complexity at all costs, but offers an authentic and accessible experience, a true reflection of Tuscan generosity. A wine to enjoy without waiting, to celebrate everyday life.
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