Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Grattamacco ou Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi ?

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG, Rufina zone in Tuscany, Sangiovese only; the profile of red fruit, violet and balsamic notes is consistent with the appellation.

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…James Suckling 93 for 2020 and 92 for 2021; Frescobaldi is named, but no very high-level distinction is mentioned.

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…At €22.55 versus a crossed-out price of €24.47, this Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG 2020 rated 93 by James Suckling sits at a price consistent with its appellation.

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Precise pairings with red meats, game and aged cheeses; serving temperature of 16-18 °C and detailed profile (red fruit, spices, balsamic notes) facilitate the match.

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Frescobaldi is named; steel fermentation, long maceration, aging of at least 24 months and three months of aging in glass are specified.