Cabreo Il Borgo Tenute del Cabreo - Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari 2020

Cabreo Il Borgo Tenute del Cabreo - Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari 2020

Produced with grapes coming from vineyards of the Cabreo estates located on the hills of Greve in Chianti.

“Il Borgo” takes its name from the oldest village in Chianti (Montefioralle) whose view can be admired from our vineyards.

Grapes

Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Sensory Notes

Cabreo Il Borgo represents the dynamic Chianti tradition capable of harmonizing a strong personality with innate natural elegance. A wine with complex and fascinating aromas, it stands out for its fresh and crunchy fruity taste with a silky finish and superior persistence.

CABREO IL BORGO 2020

Tuscany IGT

THE EARTH

Production Area: produced with grapes coming from vineyards of the Cabreo estates located on the hills of Greve in Chianti

Altitude: approximately 300 meters above sea level.

The UVA

Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese Planting density: 3,000 -5,000 vines per hectare Production per hectare: on average 7 t. of grapes

Grape yield: approximately 65%

IN THE BASEMENT

Vinification: in stainless steel wine vessels at a controlled temperature of 28°C. Maceration on the skins for 18 days

Maturation: in French oak barrels (225 liters) (30% new, 40% one year, 30% two years) for 18 months Aging: minimum 6 months in the bottle

THE WINE

Tasting: Wine with complex and fascinating aromas, distinguished by a fresh and crunchy fruity taste with a silky finish and superior persistence. Depth, power and elegance are its characteristic sensorial traits

At the table: it pairs perfectly with all meat dishes, great cheeses, or just in the right company.

First harvest: 1982

Shelf life: up to 20-30 years

Curiosity: Cabreo, a name of authentic Tuscan tradition, is the description accompanied by maps of the agricultural holdings of the great Florentine families.