Nozzole
The fine tradition of Chianti Classico.
This historic estate is located in the Chianti Classico region at Passo dei Pecorai, Greve in Chianti (30 Km south of Florence). Part of the Folonari family since 1971, the estate consists of 385 hectares with more than 90 planted with vineyards. The estate dates back to 1300 and is well known for the quality of its wines. The Fattoria di Nozzole was first mentioned in the Cronache Fiorentine by Villani, an author of Tuscan history.
In addition to "Pareto", a classic among Super Tuscans, the vineyards also produce "Nozzole" Chianti Classico, "Villa Nozzole" Chianti Classico, "La Forra" Chianti Classico Riserva , "Le Bruniche" Chardonnay and a prestigious Vinsanto del Chianti Classico. The estate also has around 15 hectares of olive-groves.