Fattoria Casa Sola
Tuscany, in Italy

Above: The estate images; from building to vineyards to cellar room. Images are supplied and courtesy of winery.

Above: Mr. Matteo Gambaro, whom we met at FHA 2008, as he spent his time and generous pours with the Editor @ 酒 Jiuwine.com.

This is a 120 hectares estate located near the town of Barberino Val d’Elsa at about 30 km from Florence and 28 km from Siena, in the heart of the Chianti Classico Gallo Nero area. Today, the estate is managed and owned by winemaker Matteo Gambaro (whom is pictured above) whom we met in Singapore in April 2008.

Besides the 40 hectares of Olive groves, its 30 hectares of vineyards, sited on permeable soil (limestone), is planted with Sanigovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and other indigenous grape varietal.

The estate product offering and bottling is summarized as follows:

Casa Sola Chianti Classico (Red): The mainstay of most Chianti based producers. Modern styled, a typical blend of 90% Sangiovese, 4% Canaiolo, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Merlot. 12 to 15 days fermentation, 18 months in oak casks (part French), 14 months in bottle before release.

Casa Sola Chianti Classico Riserva (Red): A mix of 90% Sangiovese, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 3% Merlot. Fermentation of the grapes for 12- 15 days at controlled temperature, complete malo-lactic fermentation. 12 to 15 days fermentation, 24 months in oak casks (part French), 14 months in bottle before release.

Casa Sola Montarsiccio Toscana IGT (Red): A super-tuscan label from its special vineyard known to us as Montarsiccio. It is made using 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Sangiovese. 12 to 15 days fermentation, 24 months in oak casks (part French), 14 months in bottle before release.

Casa Sola Vin Santo del Chianti Classico (White/Dessert): A typical blend of native grape varietal; Malvasia del Chianti, Trebbiano toscano. Depending on harvest conditions, the grapes are harvested, collected in wooden crates, hung up to dry for some 2 to 3 months before soft pressed, fermented in chestnut/oak casks for 5 years, 6 months in bottle before release.

The wines of Chianti Classico export some 70% to the traditional markets of US, and Europe. Its premium and normale Chiantis, premium to fine Super-tuscans are more readily available and may be found in Asian wine retail and shelves. They are often priced reasonably for some, at a premium for the best producers, and yet remain within reach to the average wine consumer and social drinker.

Contact Details:
Fattoria Casa Sola
Strade di Cortine, 5
50021 Barberino Val d’lsa
Tel.+39 05 5807 5028
Fax: +39 05 5805 9194
Email: info@fattoriacasasola.com or wine@fattoriacasasola.com
Website: Click here.

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2005 Casa Sola Chianti Classico
Italy, Tuscany

F25042008. 13.5%. 90% Sangiovese, 4% Canaiolo, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Merlot. Fresh black currant. Light-bodied, a simple palate of black cassis like fruit, drying acidity and a short finish. Drink from 2008 to 2010.

2003 Casa Sola Chianti Classico Riserva
Italy, Tuscany

F25042008. 14.5%. 90% Sangiovese, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 3% Merlot. Hint of earth and spice. Dense, rich plums and oak giving way to classic sour red ripe cherry. Medium to full-bodied, approachable with red currant and cherry, red plums, rounded dry tannins. Good medium savoury finish. A very nice, harmonious wine, accessible now and should hold well over the medium term. Drink from 2008 to 2015.

2001 Casa Sola Montarsiccio Toscana IGT
Italy, Tuscany

F25042008. 13.5%. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Sangiovese. A feminine soft spoken wine of black fruit and melted licorice. Medium-bodied, dried fruit with a velvety texture and slight acidity. Good medium finish. Drink from 2008 to 2014.

1999 Casa Sola Vin Santo del Chianti Classico
Italy, Tuscany, Chianti

F25042008. 16.0%. Malvasia del Chianti, and Trebbiano Toscano. Clean vanilla, dried apricot, mango. Full-bodied, the wine tends towards sweetness on the palate with optimal structure, rich flavors and an exceptional big finish. Enjoyable from 2008 to 2019.

F16052008. 16.0%. Intense, candied fruit peel, figs and raisins plus spirit. Full-bodied, dense, almost honeyed mouth-feel with notable sweetness and weight. Medium persistance and compact taste. Drink from 2008 to 2019.

激烈，蜜餞果皮，無花果和葡萄乾，另加精神。充分健全，緻密，幾乎蜂蜜口感受到顯著的甜度和重量。中等持續性和緊湊的口味。酒後從2008年至2019年。