COLLE ACACIA

‘Introspection’

A small patch of acacia trees, the Casceta, stands atop a gentle hill in the middle of the Tuscan countryside, between Cortona and Montepulciano. Around these acacias we have regenerated a splendid twenty-year-old vineyard.

The vineyard sits on a scenic natural amphitheater of four hectares developed around the trees. Exposed to the south and the southwest, it nurtures four varieties of grape, namely, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah.

This is the story of three lifelong friends with a shared passion for wine.

The acacia tree represents a link with our past. We all lived for several years in Africa, where the plant is omnipresent, known for its adaptive capacity. We have adopted it as our symbol at the heart of our project.

We grow the grapes according to the phases of the annual cycle with strict attention to each plant.

In the winery, we intervene as little as possible believing that such a noble terroir has evolved the best of the fruits.

Federico, Sergio, Jordi

The highest care to achieve the finest quality

Every January and February we undertake a short pruning to restrain the production and ensure the highest quality.

When spring is in full blossom, we conduct a careful selection of the shoots on the vines.

When summer comes, we trim by hand the leaves of each plant – focusing on the varieties that need the most attention – Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese – in order to enhance the grapes’ exposure to the sun, which thickens their skins and boosts the organoleptic qualities of our wines.

Finally, we carefully hand select the grapes during the Autumn harvest, storing them in small boxes, to preserve their delicate structure.

These stages through the year reflect a careful understanding of the specific needs of each plant, providing an ideal balance between the soil, climate, exposure to the sun and the grape variety.

This harmony is reflected in the final product: a wine of exceptional quality that is the expression of the terroir and of our production choices.

Our Wines

ORISONE

Production area: Cignano – Cortona (Arezzo) Italy
Grape variety: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Yield per hectare: 5000 kg
Vineyard altitude: 300-320 meters above sea level
Exposure: South – south / west
Soil type: Medium texture – silty
Training system: Spurred cordon
Cultivation: We cultivate the vineyards with the belief that the plant, observed in all its aspects, can guide us in choosing the steps needed to fully develop the best balance with the surrounding soil and habitat. In this way, we can obtain the best expression of the terroir on the three varieties used in this Supertuscan blend.
Vinification: Harvest by hand in crates with selection of the grapes, destemming-crushing, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with maceration up to 20 days.
Aging in tonneaus and barriques of 2nd and 3rd passage for 12 months and subsequent aging in bottle for at least 3 months.
Number of bottles produced in a year: 4,500-5,500.

TASTING NOTES
Color: Ruby red
Bouquet: Spicy notes, red fruit jam accompanied by hints of vanilla
Taste: Complex and pleasant, soft and drinkable, with a good balance between tannins and acidity.
Serving temperature: 18 – 20°c
Food Pairings: Red meats and game, aged or semi-aged cheeses.

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SOR CARLO

Production area: Cignano – Cortona (Arezzo) Italy
Grape variety: Sangiovese
Yield per hectare: 6000 kg
Vineyard altitude: 300-320 meters above sea level
Exposure: South – south / west
Soil type: Silt – sandy
Training system: Spurred cordon
Cultivation: The exposure and soil of the Sangiovese vineyard, and the balanced agronomic techniques applied, result in a product of marked characteristics that reflects and enhances the terroir of origin.
Vinification: Harvested by hand in boxes with selection of the grapes, destemming-crushing, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature with maceration for up to 15 days.
Partial aging in 2^nd and 3^rd passage barriques for 6 months and subsequent aging in the bottle for at least 3 months.
Number of bottles produced in a year: 1,700-2,500.

TASTING NOTES
Color: Ruby red with garnet reflections
Bouquet: Light vanilla notes accompanied by typical Sangiovese spices
Taste: Lively, enveloping with a good balance between tannins and acidity.
Serving temperature: 18 – 20°c
Food Pairings: Red meats and game, aged or semi-aged cheeses.

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SYRAH

Production area: Cignano – Cortona (Arezzo) Italy
Grape variety: Pure Syrah
Yield per hectare: 5000 kg
Vineyard altitude: 290-310 meters above sea level
Exposure: East
Soil type: Medium texture – silty
Training system: Guyot
Cultivation: The Syrah vineyard is complex, young, and somewhat rebellious. By carefully observing the plants and choosing the most appropriate agronomic techniques, we obtain a product that reflects and enhances the terroir of origin.
Vinification: Harvested by hand in crates with selection of the grapes, destemming-crushing, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with maceration up to 20 days.
Aging in tonneaus and barriques of 2nd and 3rd passage for 12 months and subsequent aging in bottle for at least 3 months.
Number of bottles produced in a year: 3,700-4,500.

TASTING NOTES
Color: Ruby red with violet reflections
Bouquet: Spicy and complex notes typical of the grape accompanied by hints of vanilla
Taste: Harmonious and complex with a good final acid note.
Serving temperature: 18 – 20°c
Food Pairings: Red meats and game, aged or semi-aged cheeses.