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Hidden Tuscany Rating
Grattamacco's Bolgheri Superiore 2021, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, has earned 3 bicchieri, 5 grappoli and 90 points from two critics. The price of €97.92 remains high despite the displayed discount, and organic farming is not specified.
The Bolgheri Superiore DOC appellation and the Bolgheri zone are named, with a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc consistent with this coastal area.
Several high-level distinctions: 3 bicchieri, 3 stelle Veronelli, 5 grappoli Bibenda, 4 viti AIS, James Suckling 90 and Wine Spectator 90.
At €97.92 instead of €119.52, the price remains high but consistent with a multi-award-winning Bolgheri Superiore; the strikethrough price is genuine.
Specific pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), aromatic profile described and serving temperature indicated between 16 and 18 °C.
The Grattamacco estate is named and located in Bolgheri, with fermentation in steel and 12 to 18 months of wood aging specified; organic not mentioned.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine a wine that captures the very essence of maritime Tuscany, a perfect balance between power and finesse. This Bolgheri Superiore DOC from Grattamacco invites you on a sensory immersion, revealing the richness of a unique terroir and the expertise of a passionate estate.
I'll take you to the Tuscan coast, to this prestigious Bolgheri appellation, renowned for its intense red wines. The Grattamacco estate excels there, showcasing this very special coastal terroir. This wine is the fruit of a meticulous blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, grape varieties that find remarkable expression here.
The 2021 vintage of this Bolgheri Superiore DOC presents itself with a deep, almost impenetrable ruby red color. On the nose, you will discover seductive fragrances of ripe red fruits, fine spices and a subtle vein of wood smoke, inherited from aging in French oak barriques that can last up to 18 months. On the palate, it expresses a vibrant energy with well-integrated tannins and surprising freshness. Notes of blackcurrant, dark chocolate and a light roastiness blend into a long, persistent finish, testifying to its aging potential. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks, followed by wood refinement to perfect its structure.
To fully appreciate this Bolgheri Superiore DOC from Grattamacco, I recommend pairing it with rich dishes. Think of roasted red meats, game or aged cheeses, which will converse with its complexity. It is also a wine for meditation, perfect to conclude a special evening, offering a moment of escape and contemplation.
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