Bibi Graetz
Colore Toscana Rosso 2020
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo Nero, 10% Colorino |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months in barrique |
| Other years | 2022 , 2016 |
- Vintage and alcohol content: 2020, still red wine Toscana IGT, 13.5% vol
- Grape blend: 80% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo Nero, 10% Colorino; vines aged 70–90 years
- Vinification: fermentation with indigenous yeasts in open barriques, 8 manual punch-downs per day
- Ageing: 30 months in French oak barriques; complex structure and long ageing potential
- Serving and pairings: serve at 16–18°C, decant for 1–3 hours; ideal with red meats and truffle
Description
What kind of wine it is
Colore is a still red wine that represents a profound expression of Tuscany, crafted by Bibi Graetz. The result of an intriguing blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo Nero and Colorino, it reveals a layered aromatic profile and a marked ability to evolve over time. The opening is austere, with hints of rose and pomegranate, then shifts to notes of blackberry and blueberry jam. The bouquet is enriched with cocoa, coffee, orange, eucalyptus and sandalwood, finishing with notes of medicinal herbs, liquorice and Mediterranean scrub. On the palate it is refined and elegant, supported by lively freshness and noble tannins, capable of delivering an embracing and very persistent finish.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from various selected areas of Tuscany, including Lamole, Vincigliata, Olmo, Siena and Bagno a Ripoli. The vineyards are located in elevated and cool sites, characterised by old vines of considerable age. The poor, sandy and stony soils, enriched with a matrix of galestro and clay, create the ideal agronomic environment for these varieties. Such pedoclimatic conditions define a clear and taut taste expression, giving the wine a precise tannic texture. The synergy between altitude and lean soils naturally steers the style towards great finesse and a measured balance between fruit and savoury tension.
How it is produced
The manual harvest involves several passes to pick the bunches at perfect ripeness, followed by careful selection. The parcels are vinified separately with spontaneous fermentation in open vats thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts, complemented by daily punch-downs. After maceration, malolactic fermentation takes place in old French oak barrels. The process continues with slow maturation in barrels of French oak for the individual lots. Only after the period of rest in the cellar is there a rigorous selection and subsequent blending of the most promising barrels for the final creation.
History and Curiosities
Colore represents the excellence of Bibi Graetz, a masterpiece that skilfully blends tradition and artistic genius. It originates from old Tuscan vineyards aged between 70 and 90 years, cultivated at altitude, with grapes selected through manual harvesting. This wine captivates with its artist-designed label and a quality celebrated worldwide, awarded 98 points by Decanter. Only the finest barrels are included in this exclusive selection, a symbol of sustainable production that enhances the authentic soul of Sangiovese.
Awards
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2020
98/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2020
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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2020
96/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2020
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2020
92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
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 Colore Toscana Rosso 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo Nero, 10% Colorino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Bibi Graetz |
| Story | History and Curiosities Colore represents the excellence of Bibi Graetz, a masterpiece that skilfully blends tradition and artistic genius. It originates from old Tuscan vineyards aged between 70 and 90 years, cultivated at altitude, with grapes selected through manual harvesting. This wine captivates with its artist-designed label and a quality celebrated worldwide, awarded 98 points by Decanter. Only the finest barrels are included in this exclusive selection, a symbol of sustainable production that enhances the authentic soul of Sangiovese. |
| Origin | Siena, Lamole and Vincigliata |
| Climate | null |
| Soil composition | Poor, sandy and stony soils at high altitude; galestro and clay |
| Cultivation system | Alberello and Guyot |
| Fermentation | Up to two weeks |
| Production technique | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in open barriques with manual punching down; malolactic fermentation in old French oak barriques; ageing in French oak barriques |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in open barriques, with 8 manual punch-downs per day; maceration for up to two weeks plus an additional week; malolactic fermentation in old French oak barriques; ageing in French oak barriques for about 20–30 months, with parcels vinified separately and subsequent blending of the best barrels. |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months in barrique |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |