Villaggio 2022
Grape: Sangiovese
Alcohol: 14.5% abv
Type: Dry Red
Vintage: 2022
Format: 75cl
Classification: Val D’Orcia DOC
Region: Toscana
Country: Italy
Nine Miles
Nine Miles is a refined collaboration between two names in the wine and spirits local market, Divino Wines & Spirits of Mqabba and Holy Wines of Mgarr. United by our shared vision and a mere nine-mile distance, we are proud to introduce a curated selection of premium wine labels to the local market. While we specialize in offering exclusive, high-quality wines tailored to discerning tastes, our commitment remains to provide the best value, ensuring every client, from connoisseurs to enthusiasts, experiences the finest quality at the most competitive prices.
Podere Forte
Founded in 1997 by entrepreneur Pasquale Forte, Podere Forte is a boutique wine estate nestled in the Orcia Valley, Tuscany, known for producing some of the region’s most esteemed biodynamic wines. Spanning 47 acres of meticulously managed vineyards, the estate is committed to organic and biodynamic practices, ensuring that each bottle reflects the unique terroir and sustainable philosophy of the winery.
With its vineyards thriving in schist and limestone soils, Podere Forte crafts elegant, expressive wines—most notably its flagship Petrucci (100% Sangiovese) and Guardiavigna (100% Cabernet Franc)—that capture the essence of the Orcia region’s rich viticultural heritage. By harmonizing nature and innovation, Podere Forte has become a symbol of quality and dedication in the world of Italian fine wines.
Villaggio
Villaggio comes from their younger vineyard which is planted with a density of 6.250 and 7.800 vines per hectare; bush-trained vines according to organic and biodynamic practices. Grapes are harvested in 15 kg crates; a careful manual bunch selection and an optical selection of the grapes follow. Spontaneous fermentation in French oak vats; malolactic fermentation in French oak casks, where the ageing continues for 14-16 months before blending. Then 6 – 8 months of bottle maturation.
This wine lightly tells the energy of the Podere Forte lands and biodynamic processes. Wine with brilliant ruby red reflections, taut and clean nose with hints of sour cherry, iodine touches. Elegant with a return of citrus. In the mouth, taut but very elegant with pleasant tannins that give great drinkability from the savory and mineral finish. Certified Organic.
Region
The Val d’Orcia wine region is a picturesque area in Tuscany, Italy, known for its rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, medieval towns, and vineyards producing exquisite wines. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, located south of Siena and near the border with Umbria, is celebrated for its scenic beauty and agricultural heritage.
Climate & Terroir
The region enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm days, cool nights, and moderate rainfall, ideal for viticulture. The soils are diverse, with a mix of clay, sand, and limestone, contributing to the complexity of the wines. Situated at an altitude of about 400–500 meters, the estate benefits from a microclimate with cool nights and warm days, ideal for ripening grapes.
Ideal drinking temperature 15° Celsius.
Craziness
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