Description
Gamberro Rosso Winery of the Year 2014
Established in 1977 in Bolgheri, Italy’s ’cradle of Cabernet’, Grattamacco’s vineyards and olive groves are surrounded and protected from the prevailing strong sea breezes by 1600 hectares of vast woodlands. The vineyards are divided by soil type into seven sub-zones which also determines the ratio and type of vines planted. Calcareous sandstone in the sub-zone ‘Buca delle Cascie’ sees Cabernet and Sangiovese in predominance; the calcareous clay in ‘La Palmetta’ is ideal for Merlot and Vermentino enjoys the marl flysch of ‘Le Balze’. At harvest, following rigorous selection, fermentation takes place in the four storey gravity feed winery in truncated cone shaped oak vats of 800 litres. The estate follows the criteria of organic farming, guaranteed and certified by the AIAB (Associazione Italiana Agricoltura Biologica).
Grattamacco has delivered remarkable consistency since its first release in 1982 and, as one of Bolgheri’s historic properties, only Tenuta San Guido with Sassicaia can lay claim to a longer track record. Grattamacco remains the only producer in Bolgheri to use Sangiovese in their flagship wine, a factor we think only enhances its distinctively ‘Italian’ character (gives brightness and freshness) amongst the Cabernet dominant wines of the region.
“This is superb set of wines from Grattamacco, an estate that has at times been overlooked in favor of some of its more famous neighbors. These three reds offer something for every budget. And the flagship Grattamacco, which celebrates its 30th harvest in 2012, is superb. Best of all, prices remain quite reasonable within the context of the high-rent district that is Bolgheri.” Antonio Galloni Vinous Media October 2015.
60% Cabernet, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot and 10% Sangiovese. Fermentation is conducted in open truncated cone shaped vats followed by malolactic and ageing in barriques (new and second passage) for 10 months, with a minimum of 6 months bottle refinement. An ample nose of red and black berry fruit, sweet spice and earthy notes. The palate hints at Tuscan flavours of leather, tar and grilled herbs, finishing rich and smooth.
Review of 2020:
Matthew Jukes, matthewjukes.com (March 2021)” … this is a true Super-Tuscan blend and it is baffling just how approachable and delicious this wine is already. When you sink your teeth into its lustrous flanks it bursts with heady, black fruit and discreet herb and spice notes. The oak, alcohol and tannin all sit in the background giving you a truly classy Bolgheri experience at around a tenth of the ticket price of the big guns. Do not hold back because this vintage is an absolute classic and it has only just hit the shelves!”
James Suckling “Aromas and flavors of crushed blackcurrants and berries to this fresh, medium-bodied red, together with a hint of black tea. Tight, youthful tannins. What’s there not to like?”
RRP $96 Our Price $79.99 when you buy 6 or more.
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