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Experience description
Immersed in the beautiful landscape of Castagneto Carducci, the tour starts with the story of a man, Michele, his family and their history of wine production. To follow a description of the grapes, the vineyard's microclimate and the soil characteristics of the area.
The journey continues with the visit in the historic rock cellar and ends pleasantly sitting on the panoramic terrace with a wine tasting accompanied by Tuscan bread with olive oil of the estate.
Wines for tasting
PIASTRAIA
Red Wine Bolgheri Superiore DOC - Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Syrah and Merlot
COSTA DI GIULIA
White Wine Bolgheri DOC - Vermentino and Sauvignon
BOLGHERI
Rosso Bolgheri DOC - Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Teroldego
MICHE'
Sparkling Wine Metodo Ancestrale - Sangiovese
Food pairing
Tuscan bread with olive oil of own production.
Useful info
Curiosities
- Michele Satta is the first producer to have brought Syrah, Teroldego and Viognier to Bolgheri, and he was the first one to produce 100% Vermentino and Sangiovese in this area.
- Having recurrent types of vine in different vineyards, allows him to witness a range of expressions of the same varieties, which will help him understand how the vines develop in each vintage. The vineyards that express a greater balance and complexity will supply the grapes for the most important wines produced by the estate.
Nearby places to visit
- Castagneto Carducci: named after the great poet Giosuè Carducci. Its castle was built around the year 1000 and is the heart of the village, which offers plenty of history and has strong ties with the Della Gherardesca family. A village full of narrow alleys and natural terraces overlooking the sea and the countryside with a selection of ancient craft shops.
- Bolgheri: In order to reach this village, you will need to walk down one of the most famous and charming avenues in the world, the Viale dei Cipressi. The many churches and the stunning castle which can be found in the town centre are just some of the attractions of this charming place, together with wine bars, taverns and restaurants offering traditional products.
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