Black | Tenute Folonari

The Wine

Tuscan Pinot noir. In the highest vineyards of Casa di Sala Estate in Panzano in Chianti, Ambrogio
and Giovanni Folonari have been growing Pinot Nero grapes since the mid-1980s. Here Black was born, in a pedo- climatic environment particularly suited to the cultivation of this vine in name of the Chianti area.
The 2022 vintage presents a ruby red colour and aromas of red fruit, pomegranate, Mediterranean scrub and spicy nuances. On the palate is youthful, fresh and intense; excellent balance between tannins and acidity. Balsamic, long and perfectly harmonious finish.

First vintage: 2006
Shelf life: Up to 10 years

The Field

Production area: Casa di Sala vineyards, located on the hills of Panzano in Chianti
Altitude: about 450 a.s.l
Soil composition: medium-textured clay, very rich in skeleton
Training system: low spur-pruned cordon

The Grapes

Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Planting pattern: 5,000 plants per hectare

In the winery

Vinification: fermentation in stainless steel and maceration for approximately 4 weeks
Aging: 17 months in barrique, before refining in the bottle
Alcohol content: 14.5%

Awards

James Suckling --- 90

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Le Tenute del Cabreo

Purchased by Nino Folonari, Giovanni’s grandfather, in 1967, the Zano estate covers about 60 hectares, 45 of which are planted with Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot and the other ones are woods or rural settlements.

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