In the luxuriant setting of the Tuscan countryside, in the locality of Al Filicaja, on the hills that divide the Rio Pietroso Valley from the Egola Valley, is the estate of Filicaja, owned by Count Antonio Nardi-Dei da Filicaja Dotti, one of the Tuscan realities richer in history and tradition. At the center of the estate is the ancient Villa da Filicaja, the real beating heart of the property. The total area of the estate is about one hundred hectares distributed among vineyards, olive groves, arable fields and large wooded areas, which help to keep the ecosystem in balance and to favor the presence of a remarkable environmental biodiversity, particularly suited to the needs of the vine. In these lands the tradition of viticulture has very ancient origins. The first historical evidence dates back to the Etruscan era and later to the Roman period. Over the centuries, the tradition has always been kept alive up to the present day. For several centuries the Nardi-Dei family has been producing wines in the splendid lands of Chianti, always with the aim of producing great labels that are able to express the best varietal peculiarities of the vines and the characteristics of the terroir of this wonderful corner of Tuscany . . The activity of the winery has always been oriented towards the search for a constant improvement in the quality of wines, always maintaining a perfect balance between ancient customs and innovation linked to new knowledge and progress in the oenological field. The continental climate mitigated by the proximity of the sea offers cold winters and very hot summers, characterized by good temperature variations, which favor the gradual ripening of the grapes with very intense and rich aromatic profiles. The soils are poor, very stony, with the presence of marl and alberese; land very suitable for high quality viticulture. Vino.com boasts in its catalog a wide selection of the best wines of the Villa Da Filicaja brand.

Red wine Villa Da Filicaja

The red wine Villa Da Filicaja originates in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, an area that has always been suited for Sangiovese, but which also hosts other varieties historically present in Tuscany, such as Canaiolo , Tuscan Trebbiano and Malvasia , or famous international vines from Bordeaux , which have acclimatized very well, such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon . The best Villa da Filicaja red wines are those from the Conte Collection: a selection of excellences from the most famous and prestigious terroirs of our peninsula, produced by Villa da Filicaja to pay homage to the memory of Count Filicaja, passionate and collector of great wines. It is a kind of small tour of Italy, which touches some of the northern, central and southern territories. They range from the noble Barolo to the precious Brunello di Montalcino , passing through the extraordinary land of Bolgheri and Valpolicella, from which excellent reds such as Amarone della Valpolicella and Valpolicella Ripasso come, ending in Puglia with the inevitable Primitivo di Manduria .

Villa Da Filicaja white wine

The Villa Da Filicaja winery does not produce white wine, but is renowned for its famous red wine labels, including the most important denominations of Tuscany: Chianti DOCG , Bolgheri DOC and Brunello di Montalcino DOCG.

What are the characteristics of Bolgheri Filicaja?

The Bolgheri from the Conte Villa da Filicaja collection is characterized by a complex and refined scent, which ranges from red fruit to herbaceous and mint notes. It is a structured and full-bodied wine, but also perfectly balanced, which releases all its minerality and flavor in the mouth. Perfect as an accompaniment to red meats and aged cheeses, it also goes well with game-based dishes.

What is the Primitivo di Manduria Filicaja characterized by?

Primitivo di Manduria Villa da Filicaja is presented in the glass with a beautiful ruby red with intense violet reflections. The nose opens with a pleasant aroma of red fruit, which evolves into elegant spicy notes. The body is sturdy, yet soft. Vino.com recommends it in combination with filled pasta first courses, or in the company of aged cheeses.

How is Brunello di Montalcino Filicaja born?

Brunello di Montalcino Villa da Filicaja comes from pure Sangiovese grapes, grown in the vineyards on the southwestern side of the municipality of Montalcino. Following the strictly manual harvest, the stemming-crushing and fermentation in steel takes place. The maceration on the skins is about 25 days, after which the malolactic fermentation takes place and the aging in Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months. The wine "rests" for a further period before being bottled, thus acquiring a unique character. It is in fact a structured wine, but elegant, dense and velvety. A meditation wine, which can also be appreciated in combination with game dishes.