Solengo 2015

ARGIANO

Solengo
2015

  • Organic
Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Indicazione geographica tipica (IGT)
Region
Tuscany
Appellation
Toscana
Varietal(s)
Cabernet Sauvignon 45 %
Merlot 30 %
Syrah 20 %
Petit Verdot 5 %
Alcohol percentage
14.5%
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
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About this winery

The Argiano vineyard, located in Montalcino, Tuscany, is a viticultural institution dating back to the 16th century, renowned for its Brunello di Montalcino. Its rich history includes illustrious owners like the Medicis and prosperous periods under the Pecci family in the 18th century. Since then, Argiano has evolved with the introduction of modern techniques while preserving its heritage. Today, it is famous for its DOCG wines, a testament to centuries of expertise blending tradition with...

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Tasting notes

This unique red wine is a rather newly expression of Argiano's winegrowing potential compared to its Sangiovese-based reds. ‘Solengo’, a Tuscan word meaning 'lone wild boar', marries Tuscan soil with French grapes: Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Solengo is produced from vineyards which are 12 to 18 years old. It is the result of a team effort between Adriano Bambagioni, Argiano’s long’serving cellar-master and Hans Vinding-Diers, a master winemaker and blender with worldwide experience. While keen to retain Solengo’s unique style the new team is also endowing Solengo with even greater levels of finesse, balance and depth. Hans made and blended his first vintage in 2004, while Solengo is a ‘creation’ of former renowned winemaker Dr Giacomo Tachis.

Press reviews

James Suckling

- 96 points -

(Vintage 2018)

 Blackberries, spice, walnuts and currants on the nose, following through to a full bodied, tight and dense palate, yet it’s agile and linear at the finish. Firm, layered tannins. This needs time to come around in the bottle. One for the cellar. Try after 2024.

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Decanter

- 92 points -

Susan Hulme & Andrea Briccarello , (Vintage 2018)

Earthy nose with chili undertones over creamy vanilla and black plums aromas. Dry, bold and concentrated with a spicy finish.

Drinking Window 2021 - 2032

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