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"VARRONE," LAZIO, IGT, 2001
  Azienda Vitivincola Strade Vigne del Sole

Strade Vigne del Sole

Strade Vigne del Sole, was founded in 1704 by Paolo Cugini. Today, the winery is still in the care of the Cugini family, seven generations later, by Alessandro and Antonio Cugini. The 62-acre estate of Strade del Sole is located south of Rome in the Castelli Romani area. Antonio has dedicated his life to the rediscovery of ancient Roman vines that disappeared centuries ago. Made from 40% Tor de’ Passeri, one of a host of rare, ancient Roman varieties grown on the estate near Rome, and 60% Sangiovese Nobile, an indigenous Sangiovese clone.

Tasting notes: This dry red is richly suggestive of dark berries, anise and licorice – in short, absolutely delicious!

RECENT VINTAGE - 2000
 “This deep reddish-purple wine blends 40 percent of the indigenous Tor di Passeri grape in with Sangiovese. Intense, perfumed and grapey, its overall impact focuses on mixed warm spices. Freaky, bizarre ... and delicious.” 30 Second Wine Advisor – Robin Garr May 2005

Region: Latium (Lazio)
Classification: Lazio IGT
Area of Production: Grottaferrata (RM)
Grape Varieties: 60% Sangiovese Nobile & 40% Tor De’ Passeri
Soil: Stratified soil of volcanic origin
Average Age of Vines: 30 years
Trellising System: Pendolino "Cugini"
Spacing of Plants: 1.50 x 2.20 m
Production per Acre: 2.23 – 2.68 tons
Vinification Technique: Six months in barriques, then rests in stainless steel.
Maturation: Two weeks in October in stainless steel.
Total Acidity: 5.0 g/l
Residual Sugar: 0.02 g/l                                              
PH: N/A
Alcohol: 14%
Total Cases Produced: 1,250