Villa Sonia Winery is located in the municipality of Greve in Chianti. It stands on a natural terrace overlooking the valley of the Greve stream, a gently sloping southwest-facing plateau sheltered to the northeast by Mount San Michele, which offers natural protection from for the cold northerly winds, and partially exposed to warm westerly breezes blowing off the Tyrrhenian Sea. This is the heart of Chianti country, near the boundary separating the provinces of Florence and Siena. The soil here is of Eocene origin and comprises prevalently sandstone and sand formed by the break-up of the bedrock, in particular "galestro" shale, whose exfoliating structure, crumbly surface, permeability, pebble content and wealth of trace elements ensure the vine's balance, producing wines of great character.
Villa Sonia Barolo
Region: Piedmont
Classification: DOCG
Area: Eleven municipalities in the Langhe hills, southwest of the town of Alba.
Color: Red
Description: Barolo is the most aristocratic wine of Piedmont. The king of the red wines, Barolo is known as a noble Italian wine. This special red wine is produced from Nebbiolo grapes.
Type: Still wine
Taste: High acidity which helps to bring out the flavor. Herbs, Smokey and anise. Long pleasant finish.
Aroma: The aroma of Barolo wine reminds of ripe strawberries, roses, violets, tar, and truffles. Barolos may have a wide range of complex aromas, including dried fruit, damsons, licorice, camphor, tobacco, herbs, etc.
Alcohol: 14%
Aging: 24 months in French oak.
Food: Enhanced roast game and nature cheeses.
Temperature: 64° - 68° Fahrenheit, 18° - 20° Celsius
Villa Sonia Amarone della Valpolicella
Region: Veneto
Classification: DOCG
Area: A group of valleys spreading from the foothills of the Lessini Mountains.
Color: Red, dark graphite purple.
Description: It’s produced from a blend of 40% – 70% Corvine, 20% – 40% Rondinella and 5% – 25% Molinara varietals. This was originaly to distinguish it from the Recioto produced in the same region, which is sweeter in taste. Medium body and strong acidity.
Type: Still wine
Taste: Gentle tannins and wonderfully smooth and smoky feel in the mouth. Palate opens with a fruity medley of blueberry, cherry and sassafras. Smooth velvety tannins keep the tongue focused and promote a long, clean, yummy finish.
Aroma: Aromas of coffee, blueberry and cherry emerging and intermingling over time.
Alcohol: Alcohol content easily surpasses 15% (legal min. is 14%)
Aging: This wine ages for 32 months in barrique.
Food: Beef, game and stews such as beefsteak, horse meat, lamb, veal, rabbit, wild boar and deer.
Temperature: 64° - 68° Fahrenheit, 18° - 20° Celsius
Villa Sonia Cabernet Sauvignon Delle Venezie
Region: Veneto
Classification: IGT
Area: Verona
Color: Intense Ruby Red
Description: Harvested as late as possible to allow for maximum sugar concentration, the grapes are de-stemmed and pressed then fermented for a fortnight in small tanks. After racking, part of the wine is matured in barrels and part in stainless steel tanks. After six months, the final assemblage is made to accentuate the wine’s best characteristics.
Type: Still Red
Taste: Slightly herbaceous on the palate, well-rounded with a long finish and lots of personality.
Aroma: Enticing, with perfumes of woodland fruits and a hint of spice and vanilla which become more complex with aging.
Alcohol: 12%
Aging: Slow aging, partially in small oak casks.
Food: Excellent with grilled and roasted meats.
Temperature: 64° Fahrenheit, 18° Celsius
Villa Sonia Chianti
Region: Tuscany
Classification: DOCG
Area: Produced in the hinterland of Tuscany, between Florence and Siena.
Color: Red
Description: Bright ruby red
Type: Dry still
Taste: Distinct bouquet and a smooth, harmonious taste, both dry and fresh.
Aroma: Intense and persistent.
Alcohol: 12.5%
Aging: Three months in bottles minimum.
Food: Especially well suited to accompany meals of roasted game, spit grilled meat, as well as aged cheeses.
Temperature: 60.80° - 64.40° Fahrenheit, 16° - 18° Celsius
Villa Sonia Merlot Delle Venezie
Region: Veneto
Classification: IGT
Area: Provinces of Treviso and Venice.
Color: Red
Description: Bright red wine with purplish reflections.
Type: Dry still
Taste: Lively, flavorsome, pleasantly soft.
Aroma: Fresh, vinous, slightly fruity.
Alcohol: 12%
Food: Red meat, roast beef and cheeses.
Temperature: 64° - 68° Fahrenheit, 18° - 20° Celsius
Villa Sonia Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie
Region: Veneto
Classification: IGT
Area: Provinces of Treviso and Venice.
Color: White
Description: Light straw yellow with greenish reflections, possibly some nuances of copper.
Type: Dry still
Taste: Flavorsome, dry, good body.
Aroma: Fruity, delicate, complex.
Alcohol: 12%
Food: Light dishes, white meat and fish, cheeses.
Temperature: 46.40° - 50° Fahrenheit, 8° - 10° Celsius
Villa Sonia Valpolicella Ripasso
Region: Veneto
Classification: DOC
Area: Valpolicella wine production area, on the Veronese hills, east of Lake Garda.
Color: Ruby red with garnet reflexes.
Description: Full-bodied and soft, with lovely velvety tannins and a long finish.
Type: Dry still red
Taste: Lengthy progression, underscoring the elegance of the aromas, with well-balanced, velvety tannins.
Aroma: Intense aroma of cherry, blackberry and nuances of vanilla.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Aging: It ripens in oak barrels for 12 months, with a light refine in.
Food: Particularly indicated with important dishes, game, red meat and matured cheese. It can also be drunk by itself, as a meditation wine, for its particular harmony and balance.
Temperature: 64° - 68° Fahrenheit, 18° - 20° Celsius