Bibi Graetz
Testamatta Rosso 2022
Other years:
2021| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques (10% new) for 24 months and matured in bottle for 6 months; malolactic fermentation in wood. |
| Other years | 2021 |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Testamatta Rosso, produced by Bibi Graetz, is a red wine with typical geographical indication that represents an authentic expression of Tuscany and the Sangiovese grape variety. The brilliant ruby colour introduces a bouquet where blackcurrant and plum stand out, enriched by delicate nuances of tobacco, vanilla and spices. Vinified with indigenous yeasts and matured in oak barrels, on the palate it is distinguished by its fleshy texture, elegant tannins and a well-integrated freshness, making it ideal for accompanying dishes with earthy tones.
Where it comes from
The Sangiovese grapes come from the Florentine hills and the areas of Vincigliata, Olmo, Lamole, Londa, Montefili and Siena. The old vines, trained in bush and Guyot systems, sink their roots into soil rich in galestro, clay and stones, which imparts acidic tension and a perfect balance between fruit and structure. The high-altitude vineyards, constantly ventilated, encourage slow and gradual ripening. This microclimate preserves the natural liveliness of the grapes, offering a deep and genuine territorial expression.
How it is produced
The process begins with a double manual selection to ensure only the best berries are used. After gentle pressing, the individual plots ferment separately with indigenous yeasts in open barrels, steel vats and truncated conical tanks. During vinification, daily manual punch-downs are carried out. Malolactic fermentation takes place in wood, followed by maturation in French oak barrels. Each batch is aged individually before the creation of the final blend, which is then further rested to achieve maximum harmony.
History and Curiosities
The name Testamatta reflects the creative, cheerful and passionate personality of the producer Bibi Graetz, who is considered a free spirit. In just 20 years of history, this wine has become an undisputed benchmark of Italian and global oenology.
Awards
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2022
97/100
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2022
98/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2022
94/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2022
93/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2022
93/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2000
- Oenologist: Bibi Graetz
- Bottles produced: 400.000
- Hectares: 70
Red grapes are cultivated on the hillsides above Florence and sourced from prime sites in the Chianti Classico region, such as Montefili and Lamole. His whites from the island of Giglio are also an inspiration, proving that Tuscany can make great white wine, as well as red. You have an opportunity to experience an amazing place where art, beauty and a unique winery become a setting for one of the best wine productions on the Tuscan and global scene. Read more
| Name | Bibi Graetz Testamatta Rosso 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Bibi Graetz |
| Story | History and Curiosities The name Testamatta reflects the creative, cheerful and passionate personality of the producer Bibi Graetz, who is considered a free spirit. In just 20 years of history, this wine has become an undisputed benchmark of Italian and global oenology. |
| Origin | Florentine Hills (Fiesole), Tuscany, Italy |
| Soil composition | Clay and galestro |
| Cultivation system | Guyot e cordone speronato |
| Production technique | Vinification in barriques with manual punching down; fermentation with indigenous yeasts; malolactic fermentation in wood |
| Wine making | Manual selection of the grapes (in the vineyard and in the cellar), gentle pressing and fermentation in barriques (also open) and/or stainless steel vats and wooden vats, with indigenous yeasts; 6-8 manual punch-downs per day (or pump-overs) during the most intense phase, then decreasing. Malolactic fermentation in wood; ageing in French oak barriques (10% new) for 24 months and subsequent bottle ageing for 6 months. |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques (10% new) for 24 months and matured in bottle for 6 months; malolactic fermentation in wood. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |