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Bibi Graetz - Toscana Testamatta 2021

Bibi Graetz - Toscana Testamatta 2021

98/100

James Suckling

98/100

Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego

97/100

Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux

97/100

Decanter

Italy
Sangiovese
freshness
to be decanted
impressive

“Bibi Graetz’s artistry in showcasing Sangiovese in this vibrant bottle, with remarkable freshness and length!”

“Fabulous aromas of strawberries, orange zest, and orange blossom. A nose of exceptional purity. Very fragrant. A medium-bodied wine with linear, intense tannins and an ultra-fine texture. Fresh and briny, it offers lovely liveliness and precision. Mineral and lively. [...] Crisp. Salty. Delicious now, it will improve with age.” (James Suckling 2023) - Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and selected shipping method)

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Estate

Bibi Graetz

Vintage

Testamatta

Vintage

2021

Designation

Toscana

Region

Italy

Grape varieties

100% Sangiovese

Terroirs

From six vineyards: Vincigliata, Olmo, Londa, Lamole, Montefili, and Siena, with vines ranging in age from 5 to 80 years and plots located at altitudes between 400 and 600 meters

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

After an initial selection in the vineyards, a second selection takes place in the winery prior to destemming, followed by lot-by-lot pressing in open-top barrels, fermentation with natural indigenous yeasts for up to two weeks, 6–8 daily manual punch-downs and pump-overs, maceration on the skins for an additional week, and malolactic fermentation in old barrels

Livestock farming

Aged for 12 months in oak barrels (previously used)

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

Deep ruby color with amethyst highlights

Nose

Intense and vibrant aromas, floral notes of violets and lemongrass leaves, enhanced by fruity notes of cherries, raspberries, and juicy plums

Palate

Elegant and complex, with firm tannins, fine-grained texture, and impeccable structure, it offers wonderful vibrancy and a concentrated, long finish featuring notes of fresh flowers, mint, black cherry, and blackcurrant

Serve

Serve in a carafe at 14–16°C

Open

1 to 2 hours before

Drink from

2025

Drink before

2045

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Serve with duck breast and garlic butter, black truffle lasagna, or a nice cut of beef...

More information at Bibi Graetz

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Decanter

Decanter

Wine rated (2023 guide) 97/100

Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

A beautifully fragrant nose, delicately aromatic and inviting, with subtle notes of wildflowers, red and black fruits, and sweet spices. Chalky, powdery tannins support a lively acidity that gives the wine a vibrant, lively character. The tannins are exceptionally refined, yet with a hint of spice that provides structure and maintains interest; they are present without being overpowering, allowing the acidity and fruity aromas to fully express themselves. Beautifully defined and expressed, elegant, refined, and utterly captivating, it offers great aromatic complexity and a finish of remarkable length. Exceptionally drinkable, which is a true feat at this early stage. Well-crafted, balanced, and pleasant, with warm, spicy notes on the finish. Truly wonderful and absolutely charming. Best enjoyed between 2026 and 2045.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast

Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Rated: Recommended

James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2023 guide) 98/100

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

The purity of the fruit is impressive, with soft, luscious aromas of cherries, cranberries, and citrus that blend together beautifully. This medium-bodied to full-bodied wine blossoms on the palate, with firm, complex tannins and a long, intense finish. It will take three to four years to refine, but it is already so appealing. A wine of great beauty. Already irresistible, but at its peak after 2027.

Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego

Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego

Wine rated (2025 guide) 98/100

About the wine:

An impressive vintage of Testamatta, characterized by great freshness and a refined character. It boasts an intense ruby color with slightly purplish highlights. The nose is highly aromatic, offering a complex bouquet of red and black fruits, dried figs, and ripe cherries. In the background, subtle spices and candied citrus zest are discernible. On the palate, the structure is harmonious, with ripe, balanced tannins, lovely acidity, and savory complexity. The finish, with beautiful depth and remarkable length, reveals a delicate minerality and elegant fruity notes. A very promising Testamatta.

Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux

Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux

Wine rated (2023 guide) 97/100

About the wine:

A brilliant ruby color, reminiscent of a jewel. Captivating aromas of raspberry and red cherry. Fine, silky tannins. A well-structured wine with mineral notes evoking flint and licorice. A generous wine of great finesse that reveals itself gradually. The complexity of this wine is simply impressive. Sourced from the estate’s plots in Tuscany, where vines ranging from 5 to 80 years old thrive at altitudes between 400 and 600 meters. Native yeasts, six manual punch-downs per day, maceration for up to 10 days, and aging in barrels (no new oak). Best enjoyed between 2025 and 2038.

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