Castelvecchi
Solana 2019
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Sangiovese, 25% Merlot, 25% Syrah |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months in first-use oak barriques, followed by bottle ageing until optimal maturity is reached. |
- Blend and alcohol: Sangiovese 50%, Merlot 25%, Syrah 25%; 14.5% vol
- Old vines: Vines approximately 65 years old in Radda in Chianti, altitude 500-600 metres
- Vinification: Hand-picked, 40-day maceration, 12 months in barrique without filtration
- Aromas and taste: Blackberry, mineral and balsamic notes, spices and cocoa, velvety tannins
- Serving and pairings: 16-18°C, 1 hour decanting, ideal with meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Solana is a still red wine from Castelvecchi, made from a blend of Sangiovese, Syrah and Merlot. Recognised as a Protected Geographical Indication of Tuscany, it displays an intense red colour with purple highlights. The bouquet is elegant, characterised by mineral and balsamic notes intertwined with floral aromas and blackberry jam. Maturation in wood enriches the bouquet with hints of spices, cocoa and vanilla. On the palate, the sip is broad and dry, supported by balanced acidity and a distinct savouriness. The soft and velvety tannins accompany pronounced notes of dried plum and chocolate, leading to a long and intense finish.
Where it comes from
This red is born in Radda in Chianti, in the Giardino and Poggione vineyards of the Castelvecchi estate. The vines grow between 500 and 600 metres above sea level, a key factor for the microclimate and soil characteristics that give the wine marked freshness and excellent aromatic definition. The estate boasts thousand-year-old cellars carved beneath a 10th-century castle. The name Solana is a tribute to Marquis Abelardo Gutierrez de la Solana, a historical figure who elevated the reputation of this unique terroir, consolidating the winemaking vocation of the Sienese territory.
How it is produced
Production begins with the manual harvesting of bunches from old vines cultivated through massal selection. In the cellar, the grapes are not crushed to keep the berries intact at the start of fermentation. This is followed by a long maceration on the skins for 40 days, essential for extracting colour and structure. After a brief rest in stainless steel, the wine matures for 12 months in first-passage French oak barrels, then further ages until optimal maturity. The process concludes without any filtration, preserving the wine’s authenticity and richness of flavour.
History and Curiosities
Produced exclusively in the best vintages, Solana pays tribute to the renowned Marquis Abelardo Gutierrez de la Solana. This elegant red wine is born in Radda in Chianti at the Castelvecchi estate and matures in millennia-old cellars carved beneath the ancient castle. By combining the precious heritage of old vineyards with a pure, unfiltered production process, this label boasts exceptional international prestige, confirmed by the highest scores awarded by the most authoritative wine guides.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2004
- Oenologist: Leonardo Valenti
- Bottles produced: 80.000
- Hectares: 24
Castelvecchi was ruled by the lords of Monterinaldi for most of the XI century until, proclaimed autonomous community, it suffered, at the end of the thirteenth century, the fierce attacks of the nobles of the surroundings, attracted by the incredible richness of the Parish of Santa Maria Novella. Many parties fought widely and for a long time to get the famous fertile vineyards here cultivated.
Towards the middle of the seventeenth century, the name of the place, which was then "Castela de la Pieve", became, after the name of the owners, first "Castel de ‘Vecchi," then "Castelvecchi". "De Vecchi" was the name of an ancient noble family from Montalcino who took the castle and the land around. The property passed through the centuries from de Vecchi to de Vecchi ending to the heirs of the husband of the last descendant, a Marquis Gutierrez de la Solana, Grandee of Spain, at the beginning of 1900. Read more
| Name | Castelvecchi Solana 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Sangiovese, 25% Merlot, 25% Syrah |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Castelvecchi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced exclusively in the best vintages, Solana pays tribute to the renowned Marquis Abelardo Gutierrez de la Solana. This elegant red wine is born in Radda in Chianti at the Castelvecchi estate and matures in millennia-old cellars carved beneath the ancient castle. By combining the precious heritage of old vineyards with a pure, unfiltered production process, this label boasts exceptional international prestige, confirmed by the highest scores awarded by the most authoritative wine guides. |
| Origin | Radda in Chianti, in the province of Siena, Castelvecchi area |
| Climate | Altitude: 500-600 m a.s.l. |
| Plants per hectare | 2,700-5,000 vines per hectare |
| Yield per hectare | 50-65 quintali per ettaro |
| Harvest | Autumn (beginning 5 October) |
| Fermentation | 35-40 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting; 40-day maceration; aged for 12 months in first-use oak barriques (then in bottle); no filtration; grapes from massal selection |
| Wine making | The grapes are hand-harvested at perfect ripeness; maceration on the skins for 40 days; after an initial decanting, a brief rest in steel tanks for a few days, followed by ageing for 12 months in first-fill oak barriques and subsequent bottle ageing; no filtration. |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months in first-use oak barriques, followed by bottle ageing until optimal maturity is reached. |
| Total acidity | 6.5 gr/L |
| PH | 3.48 |
| Residual sugar | 0.5 gr/L |
| Year production | 1500 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |