Bibi Graetz "Testamatta" Toscana Rosso 2012

95 POINTS: James Suckling
94 POINTS: Wine Spectator

A selection of parcels of Siena, Lamole , Vincigliata, Londa , Montefili vineyards. 50 year old vines & Organic viticulture.
100% Sangiovese Soil, galestro and clay, Training System, Goblet and Guyot.
Natural fermentation in open top barriques and casks and concrete. 16 months in barriques and 6 months in bottle

"Lovely aroma of sour cherry allied to a more savoury quality and also a touch of oak sweetness. Graetz has achieved that fine, dry tannic texture here that I only ever find where the vineyard has been allowed to speak. Again there is a touch of oak sweetness but the fruit shines – the palate is both scented and deep in fruit but without being a fruit bomb. It is a lovely wine but I can’t help thinking the price is this high because so little is made. But is is beautifully refined, aromatic and persistent. Clear Sangiovese character but Sangiovese that is showing terrific finesse. I have not tasted older vintages but this has the freshness and the harmony to have a long life if you can keep your hands off it as it gives so much scented pleasure already."
— Jancis Robinson

ABV: 13.5%