Brunello di Montalcino Case Basse Riserva 2002 Soldera

Case Basse Riserva 2002

Philosophy in the vineyard

The Case Basse Riserva 2002 is proof of Gianfranco Soldera’s determination: even in a difficult vintage, he produced only a few quintals of Sangiovese of the highest quality. In the Case Basse vineyards, every operation is manual and sustainable, with extremely low yields and obsessive care for each cluster, bringing to the cellar only the purest soul of Montalcino’s terroir.

Approach in the cellar

In the cellar, Soldera’s philosophy is strict and uncompromising: spontaneous fermentation in open wooden vats, long macerations, minimal racking and ageing for years in large Slavonian oak casks. No filtration, no clarification. This Riserva embodies respect for the fruit, capable of delivering elegance and depth even in a challenging vintage.

Tasting notes

Colour: ruby red with garnet hues.
Nose: intense aromas of preserved cherries, violets, wild herbs and sweet tobacco.
Palate: dry, austere yet silky, with fine tannins, vibrant freshness and a long, mineral finish.

Technical sheet

• Denomination: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva

• Vintage: 2002

• Grape: 100% Sangiovese Grosso

• Region: Tuscany

• Producer: Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera

• Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, long maceration

• Ageing: Large Slavonian oak casks, long bottle ageing

• Alcohol: 13.5% Vol

• Volume: 750 ml

• Allergens: Contains sulphites

• Pairings: Ideal with game, braised meats, rich red meat dishes, aged pecorino

• Glass: Large glass for structured red wines

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The story of Soldera Case Basse

The origins of a legend

Gianfranco Soldera, a man of strong character and vision, decided in the 1970s to pursue a bold dream: to create a wine that could stand alongside Europe’s greatest classics, deeply rooted in the heart of Montalcino. In 1972 he purchased the Case Basse estate, a small property in the southwest area of Montalcino, perfectly located for cultivating Sangiovese. Here he began to study the vine and its ecosystem, convinced that true quality is born first and foremost in the vineyard.

The quest for excellence

From the very beginning, Soldera took an uncompromising path: extremely low yields, no chemical treatments, and total respect for natural balance. The Case Basse vineyard became an open-air laboratory where biodiversity and constant observation turned each harvest into a unique chapter.

In the cellar, his philosophy was equally radical: spontaneous fermentations, long macerations, exclusive use of large Slavonian oak casks and no filtration. For Soldera, time was never an enemy but an ally: long ageing in barrel and bottle allows the wine to evolve naturally, preserving the unique character of each vintage.

A legacy that lives on

After Gianfranco Soldera’s passing in 2019, his family has carried forward his vision with unwavering dedication. Today, Case Basse is one of Montalcino’s most prestigious wineries — a symbol of resistance to standardisation and an icon of uncompromising quality. Soldera bottles are not just wines, they are liquid stories of terroir, passion and deep respect for nature.