Tenute Soletta
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Tenute Soletta 2007 Keramos Riserva Cannonau (Cannonau di Sardegna)
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- $42
There’s a glimpse of dried herb and rosemary behind more intense aromas of black fruit, cherry and leather. This rich wine is concentrated and persistent, and it should pair well with stewed meat dishes.
— M.L.
(7/1/2012)
Tenute Soletta 2004 Keramos Riserva Cannonau (Cannonau di Sardegna)
- $45
Here is a beautifully elegant expression of Cannonau made with slightly late harvest grapes that see a sophisticated winemaking and oak aging process. You’ll get aromas of mature cherry and prune backed by soft spice and mellow tannins.
— M.L.
(9/1/2009)
Tenute Soletta 2004 Hermes Moscato (Isola dei Nuraghi)
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- $37
Made with late-harvest Moscato grapes, this light amber dessert wine boasts evolved aromas of caramel, roasted chestnuts, honey and dried apricot. The wine stays in contact with the skins for three days to achieve thicker, richer structure and deeper texture.
— M.L.
(9/1/2009)
Tenute Soletta 2006 Hermes Moscato (Isola dei Nuraghi)
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- $38
Hermes is made with air-dried Moscato grapes on the beautiful island of Sardinia. The amber-colored wine is redolent of candied fruit, butterscotch, caramel, orange zest and honey. Dried ginger and sharp resin characterize the close.
— M.L.
(12/15/2011)
Tenute Soletta 2010 White (Isola dei Nuraghi)
- $32
Here’s a special blended white wine from Sardinia that shows the natural density and richness to pair with lobster or baked halibut. There’s a soft, creamy mouthfeel that is backed by aromas of stone fruit and melon.
— M.L.
(12/15/2011)
Tenute Soletta 2011 Kyanos White (Isola dei Nuraghi)
- $32
This blend of Incrocio Manzoni and Vermentino opens with bold floral intensity, plus solid background tones of peach and lemon mousse. It offers a creamy, soft mouthfeel that could stand up to white meat or shellfish.
— M.L.
(3/1/2013)
Tenute Soletta 2009 Sardo Cannonau (Cannonau di Sardegna)
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- $28
The Cannonau grape went by the Spanish name Cañonat in the 1500s, known today as Grenache in France and California. This expression shows sweet spice and dried fruit notes, with black currant and milled peppercorn accents. Pair it with broccoli and sausage pasta.
— M.L.
(2/1/2013)
Tenute Soletta 2011 Sardo Vermentino (Vermentino di Sardegna)
- Editors' Choice
- $20
Fresh and fragrant, oozing with jasmine, honey and stone fruit notes, this shows the best of Sardinian white winemaking. There’s a touch of sweetness that is well balanced and not too heavy.
— M.L.
(3/1/2013)
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