Cabreo Il Borgo Toscana IGT 2013 Tenute Folonari

Cabreo Il Borgo Toscana IGT

Il Cabreo Il Borgo Toscana IGT 2013 by Tenute Folonari is a wine that represents creativity and the quality of Tuscan viticulture. Produced for the first time in 1982, this wine is born from the happy combination of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Sangiovese gives elegance and flavor, while Cabernet Sauvignon adds roundness. and concentration. This blend creates a wine of great character and complexity, ideal for lovers of structured red wines.

Wine Characteristics

The Cabreo Il Borgo has a brilliant ruby ​​red color. On the nose, it offers a noble and complete bouquet, with notes of undergrowth, leather and raspberry. On the palate, the wine is aristocratic and velvety, with a flavor that recalls olfactory sensations. The alcohol content is perfectly balanced, giving the wine a robust yet elegant body.

Production Process

The grapes come from the Tenute del Cabreo vineyards, located on the hills of Greve in Chianti at an altitude of 300 meters above sea level. The density planting varies between 3000 and 5000 vines per hectare, with an average production of 7 tons of grapes per hectare and a yield of 65% in wine.

The harvest takes place in two stages: the Sangiovese in the first half of October and Cabernet Sauvignon in the second half. The alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel wine vessels at a controlled temperature of 28°C, with maceration on the skins for 15-18 days. Malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless steel containers temperature-controlled at 22-23°C.

The two varieties they are then combined and matured in French oak barrels (30% new, 40% one year old, 30% two year old) with decanting every three months for a total of 16-18 months. The wine further ages in the bottle for at least 6 months before being released on the market.

Organoleptic Profile

The Cabreo Il Borgo Toscana IGT 2013 stands out for its complex and noble aromatic profile. On the nose, notes of undergrowth, leather and raspberry emerge. On the palate, the wine is aristocratic and velvety, with a robust structure and a long and persistent finish. The combination of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon creates a perfect balance between elegance and power.

Gastronomic Pairings

This red wine is ideal to accompany roast meats, game and mature cheeses. Its structure and complexity make it perfect for rich and tasty dishes, enhancing their flavors and nuances. The ideal serving temperature is of 20°C.

Ideal Chalice

To enhance the aromatic characteristics of Cabreo Il Borgo, we recommend serving it in a balloon glass. This type of glass allows the wine to be intensely oxygenated, revealing all its deep and complex aromas and enhancing its evolution in the glass.

Conclusion

Il Cabreo Il Borgo Toscana IGT 2013 by Tenute Folonari is a wine that celebrates the Tuscan winemaking tradition and the excellence of the Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon blend. With its noble and complete aromatic profile, and its aristocratic and velvety taste, it is perfect to accompany a variety of dishes and to be enjoyed on every occasion. Discover Cabreo Il Borgo and let yourself be won over by its elegance and authenticity.