ABolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenuta Argentiera
Tenuta Argentiera · €60 to €120
reliability high
84,38 € 98,17 €
BBolgheri Superiore DOC – Grattamacco
Grattamacco · €60 to €120
reliability high
81,36 € 91,46 €
The verdict
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grattamacco and Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenuta Argentiera neck and neck
7,7 versus 7,6: the gap is too small to separate them on the overall rating. The choice comes down to the criteria that matter to you, below.
Choose Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenuta Argentiera if…
- you prioritise rapport qualité/prix (7,4 vs 7,1) : À 84,38 € au lieu de 98,17 €, le prix barré est réel et cohérent avec une appellation Superiore distinguée de 3 bicchieri et 5 grappoli.
Its weak point in this head-to-head: producteur & vinification (7,3). Producteur nommé et situé à Bolgheri, vinification en acier et affinage en bois précisés sur 12-24 mesi, mais sans détail sur le type de fût ni vendanges manuelles.
Choose Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grattamacco if…
- you prioritise producteur & vinification (8,3 vs 7,3) : Grattamacco estate named and located in Bolgheri; fermentation in open truncated wooden vats and 12-18 months aging in barriques specified, with no mention of organic.
- your budget matters: from €81 / btl, the lowest price in the head-to-head
Reliability high : ratings based on the file of each listing, not on a stay by our team · Ratings of the 20 October 2026 · Our rating method
Tosco's word
The Toscane Cachée rating of 7.7 for Grattamacco versus 7.6 for Tenuta Argentiera is a slim gap, but the former stands out for its more transparent winemaking, with truncated-cone wooden vats and barriques specified, compared with a simple wood aging for the latter. At €81.36 versus €84.38, Grattamacco is slightly more affordable, and its more recent 2019 vintage may appeal to those seeking a bold youthfulness, while Argentiera, with its additional 90 points from Parker, reassures lovers of maximum recognition. If you want clear technical detail and a small budget gain, go for Grattamacco; if the triple accolade appeals more to you, Argentiera, despite its 3 euros more, remains a solid choice for a table of six.
Tosco only cites facts from this head-to-head: ratings, criteria, prices, amenities. Text calculated once, checked by the code.
Criterion by criterion
The 5 criteria of the score
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Appellation Bolgheri Superiore DOC nommée avec la zone de Bolgheri et un assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc cohérent avec ce terroir côtier.
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grat…Bolgheri Superiore DOC appellation and Bolgheri zone named, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc blend consistent with the zone; no Tuscan grape variety.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Distinctions nombreuses et nommées : 3 bicchieri (2010, 2011, 2018, 2019), 5 grappoli Bibenda, 3 stelle Veronelli, 4 viti, James Suckling 90, Robert Parker 90, Wine Spectator 90.
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grat…Numerous and named distinctions: 3 bicchieri, 3 stelle Veronelli, 5 grappoli Bibenda, 4 viti AIS, James Suckling 90, Wine Spectator 90.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…À 84,38 € au lieu de 98,17 €, le prix barré est réel et cohérent avec une appellation Superiore distinguée de 3 bicchieri et 5 grappoli.
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grat…At €81.36 (crossed-out price €91.46) for a multi-awarded Bolgheri Superiore 2019, the price remains consistent with its rank, without being a bargain.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Accords précis (viandes rouges, gibier, fromages affinés), profil aromatique décrit (fruits rouges, épices, notes balsamiques) et température de service indiquée (16-18°C).
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grat…Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; no mention of a specific aging potential.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Producteur nommé et situé à Bolgheri, vinification en acier et affinage en bois précisés sur 12-24 mesi, mais sans détail sur le type de fût ni vendanges manuelles.
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grat…Grattamacco estate named and located in Bolgheri; fermentation in open truncated wooden vats and 12-18 months aging in barriques specified, with no mention of organic.
Features
Price, estate, grape variety, vintage
What is written on the listing. “Not specified” is not “no”.
| Criterion | Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu… | Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grat… |
|---|---|---|
| Recorded price | 84,38 € | 81,36 € |
| Price per 75 cl | 84,38 € | 81,36 € |
| Estate | Tenuta Argentiera | Grattamacco |
| Traveller rating | not specified | not specified |
| Reliability of our score | high | high |
| Color | Red | Red |
| Area | Bolgheri & Etruscan Coast | Bolgheri & Etruscan Coast |
| Price | 60 à 120 € | 60 à 120 € |
| Vintage | 2018 | 2019 |
| Estate | Tenuta Argentiera | Grattamacco |
| Bottle or gift box | Wines | Wines |
| Cabernet | Yes | Yes |
| Merlot | Yes | Yes |
| Sauvignon | Yes | Yes |
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