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Tuscan Chardonnay from the 1990 vintage from Colli di Panzano, aged for about 24 months in cask, with an evolving profile of chamomile, honey and cedar. Its limitation: a generic IGT without distinction, sold for €96.43 for a white wine with no described Tuscan anchoring.
Colli di Panzano in Chianti zone and 100% Chardonnay named, but generic IGT and international grape variety with no described link to the Tuscan terroir.
No awards or guides mentioned and producer not attested by any text; simple absence of information, score maintained within the range.
€96.43 for a generic white IGT, crossed-out price of €119.90; expensive for what is described, with no market benchmark provided.
Precise pairings (fish, white meats, soft cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature indicated: good use at the table.
Folonari and Tenute del Cabreo located, fermentation in steel then about 24 months in cask and bottle aging 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 a white wine that has traversed the decades, not to wither, but to reveal an unexpected complexity. This Chardonnay from Folonari, from the Tenute del Cabreo, is an invitation to discover patience and transformation, a true hidden treasure of the Chianti hills.
It is in the heart of the famous Colli di Panzano, in the Chianti region, that this Chardonnay Toscana IGT takes root. The Folonari estate, through its Tenute del Cabreo, has captured the essence of this Tuscan terroir, usually dedicated to reds, to create a white of rare depth. This wine is a 100% Chardonnay, an international grape variety which, here, expresses a typically Mediterranean personality, marked by the 1990 vintage that gave it a singular maturity.
From the very first glance, its color reveals an evolved hue, a promise of a sensory journey. On the nose, you will be charmed by a complex aromatic profile: notes of chamomile and dried tea blend with honey, sage, cedar, and a refreshing touch of lemon zest. On the palate, this wine offers a full body, still vibrant acidity, and a barely perceptible tannic texture, a testament to its long journey. It was fermented in steel tanks, then matured for about 24 months in barrels, followed by prolonged bottle aging, which gives it this remarkable structure and sapidity.
To accompany this exceptional Chardonnay, I suggest you favor pairings that will respect its complexity. It will be perfect with primi or secondi piatti based on fish, especially if they are in sauce, or with flavorful white meats. Do not hesitate to pair it with soft cheeses, but not too intense, so as not to mask its delicate nuances. Serve it fresh, but not chilled, around 10-12°C, and a slight controlled oxygenation before tasting can help it open up fully. This wine is an experience, a moment of sharing and discovery, ideal for a special occasion where you wish to surprise and delight your guests with a bottle that has a story to tell.
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