WINE OVERVIEW
In the tradition of the greatest wines of coastal Tuscany, Ortus Solis has been a dream 20 years in the making. It’s only made in the very best vintages, and while rich and delicious upon release, is also built to age for years.
Tasting Notes
This is a powerful wine on the attack but is balanced by incredible elegance on the finish. Notes of blackberry, cassis and dark chocolate spring from the glass. Ripe tannins give Ortus plenty of structure on the palate.
Food Pairing
This is a versatile wine, but one that needs cuisine that matches its power. Salumi, bistecca alla Fiorentina and roasts of all kinds make Ortus sing.
Tech Details
Grapes harvested by hand in 15 kg crates. Bunches selected before and after destemming. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration carried out in tonneaux at a temperature of 78.8ºF. Pressing carried out with a press. Wines are aged in French oak barriques (100% new) for 12 months. After 12 months in barriques, J.Ph. Fort decides on the percentages of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc and carries out the blending. The wine remains in the bottle for at least 6 months before being sold.
- Varietal Composition: Toscana Rosso. 67% Cabernet Sauvignon & 33% Cabernet Franc
- Region: Riparbella, Tuscany, Italy
- Avg Elevation: 700 feet feet
- Avg Age of Vines: 19 years
- PH: 3.65
- Alcohol: 14.5%
- Cases Imported: 90
- UPC: 835603003857
