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Bolgheri Rosso DOC 2023 from Ricasoli, Bordeaux-style blend 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 25% Merlot, aged 8 months in barrique. No distinction or certification (organic, vegan, sulfite-free) is specified.
Appellation Bolgheri DOC and Livorno zone named, Bordeaux-style blend 50/25/25 consistent with the appellation; notes of red fruits, cedar and tobacco are consistent.
No distinction or guide cited; the producer Ricasoli is named but without any award level, which does not allow exceeding the reserve.
At €24.90 for a Bolgheri Rosso DOC, with a crossed-out price of €30.53 displayed, the bottle sits within a price consistent with its tier.
Precise pairings (red meats, game, structured pasta dishes, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving at 16-18 °C: a versatile wine.
Producer Ricasoli named in Bolgheri, vinification in taglio bordolese and 8 months of aging in barrique specified; neither organic nor harvest mentioned.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine for a moment the sea breeze of the Tuscan coast caressing the vines, the generous sun of Bolgheri permeating every cluster. It is from there that this Bolgheri Rosso comes, a wine which, for me, perfectly embodies the balance between the power of Bordeaux grape varieties and the elegance of the Tuscan terroir.
We are in Bolgheri, a prestigious appellation in the province of Livorno, where the Ricasoli estate has found its place. Here, winemaking tradition meets a modern approach, giving birth to wines of great personality. This Bolgheri Rosso is the fruit of a classic blend, a "taglio bordolese": 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc and 25% Merlot. A marriage that celebrates the richness of these international grape varieties under the Tuscan sun.
When I pour it, its bright ruby color catches the light, already promising a fine tasting. On the nose, I first perceive intense notes of red and black fruits: blackcurrant, cherry and blackberry blend harmoniously. Then, more complex touches appear, delicate spices, a hint of cedar and even a touch of tobacco, revealing the maturity acquired during its eight months in barrel. On the palate, this wine offers a balanced structure. The tannins are present but of great finesse, and the freshness brings a lovely drinkability that prolongs the pleasure through to a persistent and pleasant finish.
This Bolgheri Rosso is a wine I particularly like to recommend for its versatility at the table. It will pair wonderfully with grilled or roasted red meats, flavorful game or structured pasta dishes. Imagine it alongside a good brasato or a platter of aged cheeses. It is the ideal companion for convivial moments, but also for more refined occasions, without ever being pretentious. Serve it at around 16-18°C in large glasses to appreciate its full aromatic palette.
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