Brunello di Montalcino Case Basse Riserva 2006 Soldera

Case Basse Riserva 2006

Philosophy in the vineyard

The Case Basse Riserva 2006 is one of the most balanced and celebrated vintages crafted by Gianfranco Soldera. In the vineyard, everything is manual: severe pruning, very low yields and careful bunch selection. The rich biodiversity and unique soils of Case Basse allow for a pure expression of Sangiovese, healthy grapes and an authentic reflection of the terroir.

Approach in the cellar

In the cellar, Soldera stays faithful to his naturalist philosophy: spontaneous fermentation in open wooden vats, very long macerations, no filtration or fining. Ageing takes place in large Slavonian oak barrels for many years to reach perfect balance. The 2006 stands out for its depth, freshness and exceptional ageing potential.

Tasting notes

Colour: bright ruby red with garnet reflections.
Nose: elegant aromas of ripe cherry, dried rose petals, aromatic herbs and hints of forest floor.
Palate: refined structure, silky tannins, perfect harmony between fruit and acidity, long mineral finish.

Technical sheet

• Denomination: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva

• Vintage: 2006

• Grape variety: 100% Sangiovese Grosso

• Region: Tuscany

• Producer: Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera

• Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, long maceration in open wooden vats

• Ageing: Large Slavonian oak barrels, long bottle maturation

• Alcohol: 13.5% Vol

• Volume: 750 ml

• Allergens: Contains sulphites

• Pairing: Perfect with game, important roasts, braised meat, aged pecorino

• Glass: Large glass for structured reds

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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.