Solco Appassite
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Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 5 years from the vintage release, while its rich fruit profile and velvety texture are at their most vibrant.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Hearty wild boar ragù over pappardelle, slow-braised beef short ribs, and aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
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Piccini's 'Solco' pays homage to the ancient agricultural traditions of Tuscany, where the 'solco'—the deep furrow carved into the clay soils by a horse-drawn plow—symbolizes the foundational bond between human labor and the earth. This cuvée is crafted using a partial appassimento method, a technique where a portion of the grapes (primarily Sangiovese) are left to wither and concentrate on the vine before harvest. This process, reminiscent of the historic Tuscan 'governo' method, coaxes out rich, concentrated flavors of dark cherry, plum, and sweet spice. The result is a velvety, full-bodied red that captures the warmth of the Tuscan sun and the historic ingenuity of its winemakers, offering a luscious alternative to the region's traditionally high-acid, bone-dry styles.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1882 by Angiolo Piccini with a modest estate of just seven hectares, Piccini has evolved over four generations into one of Tuscany's most prominent and dynamic wine dynasties. Located in the heart of Chianti Classico in Castellina in Chianti, Italy, the family-owned winery is currently guided by Mario Piccini, who continues the legacy of combining deep respect for Tuscan tradition with contemporary winemaking techniques. The producer is celebrated for its vibrant, fruit-forward red wines, ranging from classic Chianti expressions to innovative, multi-regional blends like Memoro. Their diverse portfolio, featuring acclaimed labels such as Villa Cortile and Sasso al Poggio, showcases an unwavering commitment to making quality Italian wine accessible and engaging to a global audience.