The Pareto IGT Red Toscana 2017 Tenuta Nozzole

The Pareto IGT Rosso Toscana 2017: Cabernet Sauvignon from Tenuta Nozzole

The Pareto IGT Rosso Toscana 2017 from Tenute Folonari is the cru of the historic Tenuta di Nozzole, in the municipality of Greve in Chianti. A rare wine, produced only in the best vintages, that interprets Cabernet Sauvignon in a Tuscan key with personality, depth, and great capacity for evolution. It is a high-profile offering for those seeking an important, rich, and authoritative red, capable of uniting structure and elegance.

Territory and wine style

The grapes come from the vineyard of the same name located between 330 and 370 meters above sea level, in a hilly context typical of Chianti Classico, where temperature excursions and gradual ripening favor balance and complexity. The wine is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and reflects a decisive yet harmonious style, designed to enhance aromatic intensity, substance, and longevity. The vinification involves a maceration of about 22 days with délestage and pump-overs in temperature-controlled steel, followed by maturation in French oak barrels and subsequent aging in the bottle.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a deep ruby red, dense and luminous. The bouquet is broad and enveloping, with notes of red fruits, pomegranate, tobacco, vanilla, and balsamic nuances, followed by hints of cocoa, coffee, and pepper. On the palate, it is dry, powerful, and full, with great aromatic richness and a balanced taste structure between perceived sweetness and lively savory component. The structure is significant, the tannins are present but well integrated, while the persistence leaves a long and coherent finish, already pleasant today and destined to grow over time.

Recommended pairings

The Pareto IGT Rosso Toscana 2017 pairs well with rich and flavorful dishes, such as braised game, important roasts, grilled steak, and preparations based on mushrooms or truffles. Its structure also makes it suitable for long-cooked meats and aged cheeses, while the aromatic complexity enhances Tuscan recipes and dishes with a strong character.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate its richness and finesse, it is recommended to serve The Pareto IGT Rosso Toscana 2017 between 18 and 20°C. In the presence of an evolved and structured wine like this, it can be useful to open it in advance to promote oxygenation and the full expression of the bouquet.

Why buy it

This wine represents an ideal choice for those who desire a Tuscan red with a strong identity, produced by a historic winery and with a rigorous selection of vintages. The Pareto IGT Rosso Toscana 2017 combines prestige, intensity, and evolutionary perspective, offering an important bottle for collection or sharing on special occasions. It is a Cabernet Sauvignon that tells the territory with authority and rewards those seeking deep, long-lived, and highly charming wines.