Giovanni Folonari's Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is produced exclusively from Sangiovese grapes grown in a single cru on the Nozzole estate in the municipality of Greve in Chianti. This wine represents Giovanni Folonari's personal interpretation of Gran Selezione, the highest expression of quality in Chianti Classico. The Tenuta di Nozzole estate is located about 300 metres above sea level, on silty-clay soils poor in skeleton. These soil and climate conditions favour the production of high-quality grapes, giving the wine structure and longevity. The Gran Selezione, introduced in 2014, represents the top of the Chianti Classico DOCG pyramid. To obtain this classification, the wine must be produced with grapes from the estate's own vineyards and aged for at least 30 months. In the case of Folonari, vinification takes place in stainless steel tanks with maceration for about 20 days at a controlled temperature. After a brief period in steel for two months, the wine is transferred to 60-hectolitre seasoned Slavonian oak barrels, where it completes its ageing for 24 months. This is followed by further ageing in the bottle for at least 6 months. It has an intense ruby red colour. The nose offers aromas of cherry, ripe black fruit, mentholated notes and sweet spices. On the palate, it is balanced, with soft tannins and a pleasant persistence. Thanks to its structure and prolonged ageing, this Chianti can be kept for at least 10-15 years, continuing to develop complexity and depth. However, it already pairs well with red meat dishes, game and mature cheeses. It is also ideal with Tuscan dishes such as Florentine steak or peposo.