2018 Villa Saletta Giulia Rosso Toscane
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Body: full-bodied. Like most red wines from ; 14.5% alcohol.
Tannin: firm. From ; aged in oak.
Sweetness: dry. Red wine from is almost always dry.
Acidity: fairly high. from the warm climate of .
Aromas: earthy notes, flowers and dark fruit, typical of
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Log inThe year 980 is the first year where the first observation of wine making at Villa Saletta has been found. A whole history behind a winery, that is why they make their wines completely traditionally. Since 2000 the winery is in the hands of Guy and Julia Hands.
Only perfect berries are used, using small new barrels of Allier French oak with integral fermentation. Perlè barrels are also used, which create a 'redox atmosphere'. This reduces the amount of oxygen the grapes are exposed to, allowing the first drops of wine to develop slowly on the skins. This preserves freshness and aroma while extracting colour and roundness for an elegant and supple soft tannic structure.
All wines are given a full malolactic fermentation in new French oak barrels. This converts the sharp acidity into softer, more buttery flavours. They are one of the few Italian companies to do this full (and expensive) malolactic fermentation in new oak and is a technique more associated with (top) Bordeaux wines.
The grapes for Saletta Giulia, the estate’s flagship wine, are carefully selected by hand and placed in small crates. They are then selected a second time on sorting tables in the Villa Saletta cellar before being destemmed and lightly pressed. Fermentation takes place partly in new barrels and partly in small stainless steel tanks at a temperature of 26°C. The skin contact period lasts 20 days, during which gentle extraction takes place
The must is then placed in French oak barrels for complete malolactic fermentation. The blend is aged for 20 months and then a further six months in bottle before being released. This creates a wine with intensity and complexity, plus the ability to evolve for at least 10 years or more.
The nose opens with notes of spice and toasted oak with aromas of berry fruit, liquorice and violets. The flavours are full and smooth with a sweet finish of ripe red berries. This is an elegant blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc characterised by notes of dark chocolate and tobacco. The 20 months of barrel aging lends the Saletta Giulia its unique structure and character.
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James Suckling
Villa Saletta Toscana Saletta Giulia 2018
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
CountryItaly
RegionTuscany
Vintage2018
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Pretty aromas of blackberries, herbs, green olives, and blood orange. Smoky. Full-bodied with tight grained tannins. Juicy and flavorful. Round and caressing. 60% cabernet franc and 40% cabernet sauvignon. Try after 2025.
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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.
Deze volle, elegante wijn biedt aromas van zwarte bessen, kruiden, groene olijven en bloedappelsien met een subtiele rokerigheid en tonen van donker chocolade en tabak, terwijl strakke, fijnkorrelige tannines en rijpe sapheid de smaak dragen. Daardoor sluit hij uitstekend aan bij rundvlees en lamsgerechten, rijke pastasauzen en stoofschotels of barbecue omdat de tannines en het eiken de vettigheid en geroosterde smaken aanvullen en de frisse kruidigheid de tomaat- en vleescomponenten opfrist; probeer hem bij een medium-rare gegrild entrecote met kruidenboter, langzaam gestoofd lamsvlees met rozemarijn of een ragù van rund dat lang heeft gekookt voor optimale harmonie.
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