Grattamacco, Bolgheri Superiore
    Grattamacco

    Grattamacco, Bolgheri Superiore, 2021

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    1. 2021

      6x75cl

      EP

      £430.00

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

    The estate consider this a Grattamacco of “remarkable energy and vitality.” The product of a rainy winter, hot and dry summer, and sunny September, 2021 is an excellent Tuscan vintage and Grattamacco is a prime example. A hint of youthful oak but more than compensated for by a wealth of crisp, rich smoky cassis fruit with a refreshing saline edge and a touch of mineral graphite. Full bodied but pure and honest, beautifully composed. The 14 hectares of organically farmed vineyard are situated on top of a hill, facing the sea, between Castagneto Carducci and Bolgheri - 100m above sea level. This unusually high altitude, for Bolgheri at least, and its inland location means that this part of the region is windier and less humid. Ordinarily Sangiovese cannot grow in Bolgheri due to it being very sensitive to humid conditions, however, in Grattamacco’s micro climate it thrives. This is therefore one of the rare wines from the Tuscan coast to have any Sangiovese in it, to the tune of 15%, adding verve to the 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot. The wine is aged for 18 months in barriques, up to a maximum of 30% new barrels.

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    Country:
    Italy
    Region:
    Tuscany
    Appellation:
    Bolgheri
    Producer:
    Grattamacco
    style:
    Red Wine
    Grape Variety:
    Cab Merlot/Sangiovese
    abv:
    14.5%

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    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.