2015 Villa Saletta Chiave di Saletta Rosso
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Winery | Villa Saletta |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Sangiovese Syrah-Shiraz |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14%) |
| Drink window | 2019 - 2027 |
The year 980 is the first year where people have found the first observation of wine making at Villa Saletta. A whole history behind a winery, that's why they make their wines completely traditional. Since 2000, the winery has been in the hands of Guy and Julia Hands.
Only perfect berries are used, using small new barrels of Allier French oak with integral fermentation. Perle barrels are also used that create a 'redox atmosphere'. This reduces the amount of oxygen the grapes are exposed to, so that the first drops of wine develop slowly on the skin. This retains the freshness and aroma while extracting color and roundness for an elegant and smooth soft tannin structure.
With all wines, the must has a complete malolactic fermentation in new French oak barrels. This converts the sharp acids into softer, more buttery flavors. One is one of the few Italian companies that does this full (and expensive) mallolactic fermentation on new oak and is a technique that is more associated with the (top) bordeaux wines.
The story for the Villa Saletta Chiave di Saletta starts with delicate vineyard work: leaf removal, crop thinning and manual selection of branches. The goal of Villa Saletta is to create a wine full of racial personality. The Chiave is a blend of Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Franc (20%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%), Merlot (10%) - so a true Super Tuscan. The varieties are fermented individually and aged for 14 months, of which 40% in new, 30% in one-year-old and 30% in two-year-old barrels. After maturing, the different types are carefully blended to create a fresh and fragrant wine with full colors and smooth, elegant textures and tannins. After bottling, the wine is given a considerable period of bottle aging before we can enjoy it
The nose of the Chiave di Saletta is intensely red in color and shows powerful and penetrating notes of berries and dark chocolate. Balsamic nuts and spicy sensations are attributed to the oak barrels. The taste is smooth and has soft, velvety tannins. This is an elegant wine with a fine length and persistence, and an aftertaste and aftertaste that are reminiscent of mint, tobacco and chocolate.
92/100 James Suckling
Villa Saletta is an enchanting estate and winery located in the heart of Tuscany, Italy. This historic estate offers not only beautiful wines, but also a rich experience steeped in history and charm.
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Villa Saletta's vineyards stretch across the rolling hills of Tuscany, where the grapes thrive in the warm sun and fertile soil. The estate produces a variety of wines including Chianti, Sangiovese, and international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. These wines embody the essence of Tuscany, with their vibrant flavors and balanced character.
In addition to wine, Villa Saletta also offers a warm welcome to visitors. The estate features a beautiful country house, surrounded by lush gardens and picturesque vineyards. Here, guests can enjoy tours of the wine cellars, tastings of fine wines and culinary experiences that celebrate local Tuscan cuisine.
What makes Villa Saletta truly special is the attention to detail and the passion for winemaking that is palpable in every bottle. It is not just a place where wine is produced; it is a destination where wine and culture lovers come together to enjoy the pleasures of the good life.
A visit to Villa Saletta offers the chance not only to taste excellent wines, but also to experience the beauty of Tuscany in a way that is both refined and authentic. The estate embodies the timeless elegance of Italian wines and remains a destination of choice for wine lovers worldwide.
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Winery | Villa Saletta |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, Syrah-Shiraz |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Drinking as of | 2019 |
| Drinking till | 2027 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 92 |
| Tasting Profiles | Dry, Aged on wood, Powerful, Red fruit, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
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