Solanotto
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A Castiglione Falletto MGA delivering the balanced, fragrant character that defines this central Barolo commune.
Solanotto is a Barolo MGA vineyard in Castiglione Falletto, one of the five major communes of the Barolo DOCG. The site sits on mixed sandy and limestone soils typical of the commune's transitional position between the Serralunga and Central Valleys. Nebbiolo from Solanotto contributes to blended Barolos expressing the balanced structure and aromatic lift associated with Castiglione Falletto.
Location and Terroir
Solanotto sits within Castiglione Falletto, a commune uniquely positioned on a spur between the Serralunga d'Alba Valley and the Central Valley of Barolo. This geographic position gives the commune, and vineyards like Solanotto, access to overlapping soil types. The soils here are mixed, featuring sandy components alongside limestone. The continental climate is tempered by tributaries of the Tanaro River, moderating temperature extremes and supporting consistent Nebbiolo ripening.
- Commune of Castiglione Falletto borders both the Serralunga and Central Valleys
- Mixed sandy and limestone soils distinguish this site
- Tanaro River tributaries moderate the continental climate
- Classified as a Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva (MGA) within the Barolo DOCG
- Located in Castiglione Falletto, one of Barolo's five principal communes
- Soils are mixed, combining sandy soils and limestone
- Climate is continental, moderated by tributaries of the Tanaro River
- Exclusively planted with Nebbiolo
- Notable producer: Azelia (Luigi Scavino)
- Castiglione Falletto sits on a spur between the Serralunga Valley and Central Valley, giving it overlapping soil characteristics
Wine Character and Producers
Nebbiolo grown at Solanotto reflects the balanced profile for which Castiglione Falletto is known. Wines show fragrant aromatics and moderate tannins, sitting between the power of Serralunga and the elegance of La Morra. The vineyard contributes to blended Barolo productions. Azelia, the estate run by Luigi Scavino, is the notable producer associated with this MGA.
- Fragrant aromatics and moderate tannins define the style
- Castiglione Falletto Barolos are recognized for balance between structure and elegance
- Azelia (Luigi Scavino) is the primary documented producer
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- Azelia Barolo (featuring Solanotto fruit)$50-80Azelia is the documented producer working with Solanotto, representing Castiglione Falletto's balanced Barolo style.
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- Solanotto is classified as a Barolo MGA (Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva) in Castiglione Falletto
- Castiglione Falletto occupies a spur between the Serralunga Valley and the Central Valley, giving it transitional soil characteristics
- Solanotto soils are mixed sandy and limestone, typical of Castiglione Falletto's varied geology
- Wines from this commune are known for balance: more structure than La Morra, more fragrance than Serralunga
- Azelia (Luigi Scavino) is the notable producer associated with Solanotto
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