What is the history of the TorCalvano estate?

The Folonari family purchased the property in 1994. From 1994 to 2000 the Vino Nobile was bottled as Lodola Nuova under the family's Ruffino brand; since 2000 it has been sold under the TorCalvano name.

Mainly Sangiovese, in the local biotype known as Prugnolo Gentile.

It ages 24 months total — 12 months in steel tanks and 12 months in oak barrels — followed by further bottle refinement before release.

What does it taste like?

It shows a fresh, herbaceous nose of eucalyptus, mint and fennel with a spark of cherry, developing peppery spice on the palate alongside solid, polished tannins.

CuvéeGreve in ChiantiRed

TorCalvano Nobile di Montepulciano

トルカルヴァーノノービレ・ディ・モンテプルチャーノ

Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute

About TorCalvano Nobile di Montepulciano

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Sangiovese
Price Range: $25-30

From the historic TorCalvano estate purchased by the Folonari family in 1994 (previously bottled as Lodola Nuova under the Ruffino brand until 2000), this Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is made mainly from Sangiovese in its local 'Prugnolo Gentile' biotype. It ages 24 months total — 12 in steel and 12 in oak — before further bottle refinement.

Sommelier's Note

A fresh, herbaceous Nobile with a spark of cherry that grows into peppery spice on the palate — savory and precise.

New to wine?

A herbal, structured Sangiovese from Montepulciano that's a great alternative for Chianti Classico fans wanting something new.

Food Pairings

Braised beef, roast pork with herbs, wild game, and aged pecorino.

When to drink it

Autumn dinners, roasted meat centerpieces, gifting to wine enthusiasts.

Terroir & Winemaking

Mainly Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile biotype); ages 24 months total, 12 months in steel tanks then 12 months in oak barrels, followed by further bottle rest.

About the producer

Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari TenuteTuscan legacy family estate spanning Chianti Classico, Montalcino, and Bolgheri.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the history of the TorCalvano estate?: The Folonari family purchased the property in 1994. From 1994 to 2000 the Vino Nobile was bottled as Lodola Nuova under the family's Ruffino brand; since 2000 it has been sold under the TorCalvano name.
What grape is used?: Mainly Sangiovese, in the local biotype known as Prugnolo Gentile.
How is it aged?: It ages 24 months total — 12 months in steel tanks and 12 months in oak barrels — followed by further bottle refinement before release.
What does it taste like?: It shows a fresh, herbaceous nose of eucalyptus, mint and fennel with a spark of cherry, developing peppery spice on the palate alongside solid, polished tannins.

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