Adress: Via di Villa Bianca, 15 53045 Montepulciano (SI) Italy
Country: Italy
internet: http://www.salcheto.it
Wine district: Toscana
wines
There should be a synergy between the earth and all growing things, man included. At Salcheto we try to respect this relationship on a daily basis, as we attempt to maintain a balance with nature through sustainable farming and winemaking practices. These include non-invasive organic and biodynamic growing methods, as well as systematic energy and water conservation.
Ultimately, our goal is to work in an environmentally responsible manner to create the greatest expression of quality and authenticity in our wines. With this in mind, we hope to bring romance and passion to the science of fine winemaking, blending time-honored tradition with modern technology. It is a life challenge that we take very seriously, or at least as seriously as young, passionate winemakers can.
And forgetting wine for just a moment, we would like to highlight the history of Salco, our most important vineyard and label designate. The word means willow tree in ancient Tuscan. And Salcheto is the name of the stream that runs through our property where willows once grew in abundance. We have just begun to replant willow trees on the estate in areas not suitable for viticulture. Eventually we will use the wood for heating, with the goal of creating a sustainable green system at the winery that is 100 percent energy independent.
