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Bolgheri Superiore DOC
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Bolgheri Superiore DOC

Red Bolgheri, Toscana Giorgio Meletti Cavallari Estate
51,17 €
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7,3/10

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Bolgheri Superiore DOC 2021 de Giorgio Meletti Cavallari, 70 % Cabernet Sauvignon et 30 % Cabernet Franc, élevage 24 mois minimum en bois, Parker 90. Réserve : le millésime noté par Parker n'est pas clair et le type de fût n'est pas précisé.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %7,4

    Bolgheri Superiore DOC avec zone de Bolgheri et assemblage 70 % Cabernet Sauvignon / 30 % Cabernet Franc nommés ; le lien de ces cépages au terroir reste général.

  • Recognition20 %7,1

    Robert Parker 90 est cité pour ce vin, mais l'attribution du millésime est floue et aucune distinction de très haut niveau (95 et plus) n'apparaît.

  • Value for money25 %7,2

    51,17 € contre 65,37 € barré : remise réelle et prix cohérent pour un Bolgheri Superiore noté 90, sans être sous le prix du rang.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,3

    Accords viandes rouges, gibier et fromages affinés, profil fruits rouges-épices-balsamiques et service à 16-18 °C : décrits, mais sans plat précis.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,3

    Domaine Giorgio Meletti Cavallari nommé à Bolgheri, fermentation en acier et affinage en bois de 24 mois minimum ; type de fût non précisé.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietyCabernet Sauvignon 70%, Cabernet Franc 30%
AppellationDOC
Production zoneBolgheri, Toscana
Vintage2021
Alcohol content14.5%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses
Awardsrobert parker 90, robert parker 90 2019

The wine

Impronte 2021: The soul of Bolgheri Superiore

Today I'm taking you to discover a wine that embodies the elegance and depth of Tuscany. Impronte 2021, a Bolgheri Superiore DOC from the Giorgio Meletti Cavallari estate, is a gem that reveals the richness of its terroir with remarkable subtlety. It is an invitation to a sensory journey, a true "imprint" of winemaking passion.

Bolgheri, a land of expression and tradition

This wine is born in the heart of Bolgheri, an appellation renowned for its internationally acclaimed reds. The Giorgio Meletti Cavallari estate cultivates its vines with meticulous care, committing to preserving a high standard of quality. Impronte 2021 is the fruit of a precise blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Cabernet Franc, grape varieties that find optimal expression here. Its vinification begins with fermentation in steel tanks, followed by aging in wood, giving it its complexity and structure.

At first glance, this Bolgheri Superiore displays an intense ruby red color, punctuated with slightly garnet reflections, a sign of its beautiful maturity. On the nose, it unfolds a rich and complex bouquet: you will discover aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackcurrant and blackberry, interwoven with elegant notes of spices, cedar wood, tobacco and a delicate touch of chocolate, a legacy of its time in barrels. On the palate, Impronte 2021 reveals itself as robust yet perfectly balanced. Its tannins are well integrated, offering a enveloping texture. The acidity, precisely dosed, contributes to a long and persistent finish, where the flavors of ripe fruits and spices resurface, leaving a harmonious and complex sensation.

Gourmet pairings and special moments

To accompany this Bolgheri Superiore, I suggest rich and structured dishes. It will be ideal with grilled red meats, roasts or game, whose aromatic power will match its complexity. Aged cheeses will also find in it a choice ally. This is a wine that requires a minimum of 24 months of aging, and it is capable of evolving magnificently over the years, revealing new facets. I recommend it for special occasions, those moments when you wish to savor a wine that tells a story, that of an exceptional terroir and passionate craftsmanship.

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With 70%% Cabernet Sauvignon and barrel aging, this Bolgheri 2021 has real muscle: decant it at least an hour before serving it with fine game or a well-aged pecorino!

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