Vermentino di Toscana IGT 2022
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Italy / Tuscany
This growing area, on the western edge of Tuscany bordering the Tirrhenian sea, came to the world’s attention in the 1990s for its quality. Its exceptional climate is moderated by sea breezes, which impart a crispness and freshness to the wine, while the clay and sand soils allow white varieties like Vermentino to reach great heights of quality. Grapes come from densely planted vineyards that slope toward the sea in Bolgheri, Suvereto and Alta Maremma, and low yields produce wines with concentration and complexity. The Vermentino ferments in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures and then rests on the lees. The winemaker avoids malolactic fermentation to preserve the wine’s fresh, crisp fruit character and vibrant acidity.
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2022 vintage
Harvest Note
The 2022 vintage was characterized by a prolonged dry period from June until the end of September. However, the particularly rainy winter helped to significantly increase the water reserves of the deep soils that distinguish the area, providing the vines with the right support throughout the production phase. Spring, basically cool, favored a slight delay in budding and subsequent flowering. Summer temperatures have never been excessive, allowing for a slow and regular ripening of the grapes in each vineyard with excellent levels of integrity and health.
Tasting Note
This wine has complex aromas of tropical fruit with herbal notes. It has a clean, fresh character on the palate and is easy to drink.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Vermentino
APPELLATION: Vermentino di Toscana IGT
PH: 3.3
ACIDITY: 6 g/l
ABV: 12.5%
AGING: In stainless steel tanks
RESIDUAL SUGAR: <1 g/l
Unique Selling Points
- Made from Vermentino, a grape native to the Bolgheri region of Tuscany.
- Fermented without malolactic fermentation to preserve its fruit character and acidity.
In 1999, the Folonari family began to acquire 100 acres of land in Bolgheri on the Tuscan Coast, an area made famous by Super Tuscans.
About the Grape
Vermentino
Vermentino produces big, ripe, deeply-colored wines with balance, substance and character. The wine shows delicate, persistent citrus, herbal and almond aromas, and similar, supple fruit flavors.
