2021, Bibi Graetz, Testamatta Rosso, TOSCANABeautifully fragrant on the nose, delicately scented and inviting with subtle wild flower scents, red and black berries and sweet spices. Chalky and powdery tannins support super bright acidity which gives this such a sharp, thrilling and lively expression. Tannins are super fine but have a spiced edge that grips and holds interest, supportive but not overpowering, letting the acidity and bright fruit flavours shine through. Beautifully delineated and

but it may not be enough to compensate for a vintage with hail damage and yields of just 21

I adore the combination of flavours and this feels expertly made with precision

It is harmonious and silky toward its extremely persistent finish

Wafting from the glass with precise yellow apple

barely puts a step wrong

and no skin contact

this has such richness and power

with toasty notes

very harmonious with neatly integrated oak

it's quite refined and complex

but so expressive and open - honest and just such a captivating wine that belies the heat of the vintage with its cool menthol

8% Petit Verdot and 8% Cabernet Franc aged in 40% new oak