The Villa Silvia family owned by the Salvadori family has been working in the wine sector since 1930 when, after the Second World War, founder Cesare Salvadori decided to dedicate his life to the wine sector.
The work of the founder was then continued by his sons Bruno and Giuseppe who increased their activity by trying to improve the quality of the product and passing on their knowledge of father to son.
At present, the company's management is entrusted to Bruno Salvadori, who deals with production, his wife Giuliana who deals with the management and administrative plan, her son Francesco graduated in oenology, and finally her daughter, Silvia, who develops business strategies.
From an agronomic point of view, the land that is affected by this area is predominantly stony, with substantial skeletons, which make poor soil nutrients but excellent for the production of structured wines, capable of maintaining over time and giving the palate a delicious dry flavor , savory, fresh and harmonious.
From a structural point of view it is in keeping with the times, it has a part of the modern winery and a tradition linked to the past.
The Villa Silvia is located in the production area of Chianti, in the hills of Vinci, Leonardo's Country, located in the province of Florence and an area that is distinguished by its beautiful landscapes, artistic, cultural and wonderful wines.
Today the company boasts a wide range of products with a controlled and guaranteed designation of origin and typical geographical indication: Chianti, Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico Riserva, Super Tuscany, Tuscan red and white igt, Vermentino, Vernaccia di S. Gimignano .
Salvadori Chianti Riserva DOCG 2017 is made from Sangiovese 90% , Merlot 10
Gold, 92 points, LA Invitational
Gold, 91 points, Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition
Gold, Virginia Governor's Cup
Gold, Monticello Cup Wine Competition
Tasting notes:
Our 2017 Blanc de Blanc is made with 100% estate-grown Chardonnay. Aged for a minimum of 36 months on lees. Bright green apple and fresh citrus notes with layers of brioche and yeast complexity. An excellent balance of acidity, creamy mousse, and textures that persist with a long and elegant finish.
Pair with any special occasion. Make a Tuesday dinner special. Enjoy with mild cheeses, scallops, or serve as an aperitif.
This Pinot Grigio is grown at the foot of the remains of what was once the stunning villa of the della Scala family, one of the most influencial families in Verona from the early 1200's to the late 1300's. The much admired ruler of Verona, Cangrande I della Scala, summered at this villa. Cangrande I was a great warrior, diplomatic prince and an important patron of the arts. He championed the works of Dante, Patrarch and Giotto. He created beautiful architecture throughout the city in the ornate, gothic style of his time. This label is a reproduction of the design taken from a fragment of the ornate and intricate art that once covered the ceilings of the villa. In Italian, Ornato means ornate or adorned. This label celebrates the beautiful, complex taste of the Della Scala family and the Gothic art of that period.
Color: Brilliant straw colored wine with golden reflections.
Bouquet: Fresh and floral bouquet with a hint of pears, apricots and bananas blended with the intense aroma of acacia flowers.
Taste: Fresh and inviting with bright fruit and an easy drinking style with a pleasing hint of almonds in the aftertaste.
Vineyard: Rich in limestone the soil is of alluvial origin. The vineyards are located in the province of Verona. The agricultre is sustainable. No chemical fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides are used. The vineyards are South facing at 300 meters above sea level.
Harvest: September – by hand. The grapes are picked as they ripen to keep the acidity high. The grapes are brought to the cellar and refrigerated within a half hour of picking to keep oxidation to a minimum.
The grapes are soft pressed and the juice is placed in stainless steel along with the skins for a brief maceration of 12 hours at 8-10° C. The must is then racked and lightly filtered. Fermentation then takes place with selected indigenous yeast under controlled temperatures. Of 16-18°C. The fermentation is slow and cool to emhance the natural aromas of the grapes. The finished wine is placed in stainless steel holding tanks until bottled.
Aging: 3-4 months in stainless steel.
Alcohol: 12%
Acidity: 5.30
Seafood dishes, risottos with scampi, spaghetti with clams, sole in white wine.