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Cabernet Sauvignon 100% from Tenuta di Nozzole in Greve in Chianti, 1987 vintage aged at least 30 months in barrique, with the described tertiary profile. Its main drawback: an IGT Toscana with no known distinction, sold at €116.83 for 75 cl.
Generic IGT Toscana, but precise location (Tenuta di Nozzole, Greve in Chianti, 330–370 m) and Cabernet Sauvignon 100%, a Bordeaux grape variety with no connection to the area.
No distinction or guide mentioned; Folonari producer named, but no reputation attested in the sources.
At €116.83 for 75 cl for an IGT with no distinction, the price is high for what is described; the 1.5 L large format is well positioned.
Detailed aromatic profile (red fruits, pomegranate, marasca cherry, plum, incense, laurel, black pepper) and precise pairings: red meat, game poultry, aged cheeses.
Folonari estate located at Nozzole, precise winemaking: fermentation in steel, maceration ~4 weeks, aging of at least 30 months in barrique.
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 a bottle that has traveled through time, keeping within it the essence of an era. This Folonari Pareto 1987 is much more than a wine; it is a story, a testament to patience and transformation. I invite you to discover this treasure, a pure Cabernet Sauvignon that has managed to mature with exceptional grace.
It is within the Tenuta di Nozzole, nestled in Greve in Chianti, between 330 and 370 meters above sea level, that this wine came into being. The Folonari estate, with its rich history and deep roots in the Tuscan terroir, has cultivated this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. A bold grape variety for the region, which here expresses all its depth and its ability to age with elegance, far from the beaten paths of Sangiovese.
This 1987 vintage, after fermentation in steel tanks and maceration of about four weeks, underwent aging of at least 30 months in barriques, followed by bottle refinement. Thirty years of evolution have shaped its personality. On the nose, you will discover aromas of red fruits, pomegranate, cherry and plum, interwoven with notes of incense, laurel and black pepper. On the palate, its structure and tannins, once lively, have softened, revealing a fascinating tertiary complexity, the signature of long and beautiful preservation.
To fully appreciate this wine, I suggest serving it in a large glass, at a moderate temperature, so as to let all its nuances express themselves. It will pair wonderfully with red meat dishes, a moderately spiced game poultry or aged cheeses. It is the ideal companion for a special occasion, a moment of sharing where time seems suspended. Before tasting it, take a moment to observe the bottle; its age is a guarantee of its unique character. This Pareto 1987 is not just a wine, it is an invitation to savor the present moment, enriched by the past.
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