Tenute del La Pietra Chardonnay Toscana IGT 2019

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Description

Italy / Tuscany

Tenute del Cabreo is located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. Here, father Ambrogio and son Giovanni Folonari work hand in hand. Their wines reflect the philosophy of the family business: respect for nature and the traditions of the wine region, combined with innovation, creativity, and research. The result is elegant wines with a strong, distinctive identity. With Chardonnay La Pietra, the winery was one of the first in Italy to use oak barrels for aging white wines. The love of wine and the high quality standards of Ambrogio and Giovanni can be tasted in every glass of these magnificent wines. Today, the Folonari family is among the best wine producers in Italy.

Wine profile: Tenute del La Pietra Chardonnay Toscana IGT 2019

Expansion: 12 months in large 50% new wooden barrels

Grape variety (filter): 100% Chardonnay

Maturity: Now – 2028

Alcohol content (in % vol.): 13.5% Vol.

Allergens: contains sulphites

Manufacturer/importer: 12; Località Passo Dei Pecorai, 50022 Greve in Chianti - Italy

Further information

Specifications

  • Robert Parker
    90/100
  • James Suckling
    92/100

In Portrait:

Tenute del Cabreo

Tenute del Cabreo belongs to the Folonari family portfolio and is located in the hills around Greve in Chianti. At elevated sites with Galestro and Alberese soils, modern Super Tuscans are produced that combine Tuscan origin with international refinement. At the heart of the estate is Il Borgo, a cuvée of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon: dark cherry, cassis, fine herbal spice, silky yet present tannins and perfectly integrated barrique. La Pietra, a single-varietal Chardonnay, shows a Burgundian feel with ripe yellow fruit, subtle roasted notes, creamy texture and saline minerality. Low yields, careful hand harvesting and precise ageing in French oak shape the style: powerful but never heavy, always focused on balance and elegance. Ideal for customers seeking characterful yet finely polished Super Tuscans with reliable food-pairing potential.

Origin in Focus

Tuscany

Tuscany is one of Italy’s defining wine regions, known for Sangiovese and iconic appellations such as Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The Mediterranean climate with sea breezes and diverse soils produces elegant, fresh wines with structure. On the coast, ‘Super Tuscans’ are also made from Cabernet, Merlot and other varieties. In addition to red wines, the region offers characterful whites such as Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Vermentino, as well as the traditional dessert wine Vin Santo. The result: tradition meets innovation – with clear terroir expression and great drinking pleasure.