Sangiovese

Raka Sangiovese 2022

The single-varietal Raka Sangiovese from the Klein River Valley in South Africa combines the classic elegance of the grape variety with the powerful expressiveness of the terroir.The wine is a deep raspberry red in the glass. The bouquet is reminiscent of sweet and sour cherries, roasted tomatoes and fine herbal notes such as oregano. On the palate, the wine is wonderfully balanced with spicy, earthy undertones, which are carried by a lively, natural acidity and end in a long, aromatic finish.The hand-picked grapes were carefully selected in the vineyard and sorted a second time in the cellar. After inoculation with the pure yeast, the must was pumped over the skins several times a day during the five-day fermentation to extract color, tannin and aromas. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine was separated from the yeast, rested briefly and then underwent malolactic fermentation. The wine was matured in a combination of French and Hungarian barriques.An ideal accompaniment to pasta with tomato sugo, roasted eggplant, antipasti or game birds with Mediterranean herbs. Also a delight with pizza with prosciutto or truffle oil. The recommended drinking temperature is 16-18 °C to allow the fine spice and fruit to develop to their full potential.

Content: 0.75 litre (€18.53 / 1 litre)

€13.90

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Mazzei Siepi Toscana Rosso IGT 2020

"Monumental": that's what the makers of Castello di Fonterutoli themselves write about their Mazzei Siepi 2020. And what can we say: they're right. The red wine from Tuscany is an outstanding creation. The blend of 50% Sangiovese and 50% Merlot from the Chianti Classico region has enchanted international wine critics. "An exceptionally beautiful wine. I love it," says Decanter (98 points), for example, while Monica Larner writes in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (95 points): "The Mazzei 2020 Siepi is a magnificent vintage."The bouquet of the Italian red wine seduces with its complexity and the wonderful interplay of fruit, spice and floral notes. "Graphite and pencil come through, along with violets and blackberries. Also some tar and asphalt," writes James Suckling, who awards 98. Castello di Fonterutoli itself discovers crunchy elderberries, plums, berries, sandalwood and tobacco on the nose, while Decanter says of the bouquet: "Dried herbs and sweet spices on the nose, forest notes with blackberry fruit, concentrated and expressive." Cherry notes also characterize the bouquet.On the palate, the Mazzei Siepi 2020 is dry, wonderfully soft and at the same time crisp and fresh, with impressive elegance and depth. The fruitiness is fascinating. "Such a smooth transition on the palate, the tannins glide over the tongue and give the sweet strawberry, raspberry and plum fruit time to expand in the mouth," enthuses Decanter. Aromas of blueberry and blackberry also enrich the play of flavors. Everything is round and in perfect balance, with a fabulous length.This Super Tuscan matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, 70% of which were new barrels. The Merlot was matured in barriques (225 liter barrels), the Sangiovese in tonneaux (500 liter barrels). The blend was then aged for three months in cement tanks.The Mazzei Siepi 2020 is already a real treat. However, it has enormous ageing potential. Suckling writes: "Already ready to drink, but will age gracefully for decades." The makers of Castello di Fonterutoli expect it to age for more than 20 years.Enjoy the Mazzei family's creation with a fine blue cheese. More pleasure is not possible.

Content: 0.75 litre (€140.00 / 1 litre)

€105.00

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Mazzei Concerto Di Fonterutoli Rosso Toscana IGT 2020

One of the forerunners of the Supertuscans, first created by Mazzei in 1981, and still an outstanding red wine from Chianti today: the Mazzei Concerto Di Fonterutoli is also a composition in the 2020 vintage that is exuberantly celebrated by international wine critics. In this quality class, it is almost a bargain from Castello di Fonterutoli, located around 20 kilometers north of Siena.The Concerto Di Fonterutoli is a blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. The bouquet of this Italian red wine is exceptionally multifaceted. "An extremely aromatic red wine," writes James Suckling, who awards it 96 points. After opening the bottle, you can look forward to the scent of blackcurrants, dark plums and ripe cherries. These notes harmonize perfectly with the scent of herbs, earthy tones and a beautiful spiciness (white pepper) as well as nuances of leather and a fine minerality.Dry and powerful on the palate, with a variety and depth of flavors that are not easily found a second time. "Full-bodied and yet so crisp and juicy on the palate with crushed blackberries and raspberries. Citrus-influenced acidity," says Suckling. Monica Larner, who awarded the Concerto Di Fonterutoli 94 points in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, writes: "There is plenty of sweet fruit on the palate, followed by beautifully integrated, dry tannins." The finish lingers for a long time and is engagingly elegant.A guarantee of enjoyment in the "exceptional wine" category until 2040. The Concerto Di Fonterutoli matured for 18 months in oak, with the Sangiovese being aged in tonneaux (500 liter barrels) and the Cabernet Sauvignon in French oak barriques (225 liter barrels). This was followed by a three-month refinement of the blend in cement tanks.Finally, these words from wine critic Antonio Galloni about the Mazzei Concerto Di Fonterutoli 2020 (95 points): "The 2020 is a beautiful wine that captures the essence of the house style wonderfully. Today, the purity of the fruit really jumps out of the glass. Outstanding." Happy to uncork a bottle of this Italian red wine from the Mazzei family.

Content: 0.75 litre (€78.67 / 1 litre)

€59.00

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Bibi Graetz Testamatta Rosso Toscana 2020

The Bibi Graetz Testamatta Rosso 2020 is an outstanding red wine from Tuscany. You don't really need to say much more when you hear the name Bibi Graetz in the wine world. You can simply rely on getting a super Tuscan that makes international wine critics rave about it. It's no different with this single-varietal Sangiovese from the 2020 vintage. Nevertheless, let's take a closer look - so that the anticipation grows.Incidentally, Testamatta means something like "muddlehead". There seems to be a lot of irony in this name, because you can hardly create a wine in a more planned and meticulous way than the team around Bibi Graetz in the small town of Fiesole (in the north-east of Florence) does.Graetz himself shows no false modesty with his Testamatta Rosso 2020: "This is the highest level of perfection ever achieved," he writes. He particularly emphasizes the strawberry notes and vanilla aroma, as well as an incredible freshness.James Suckling awarded the wine 94 points and described the bouquet as follows: "Beautiful, fresh aromas of sour cherries, orange peel and lemon shrub." Notes of plum and freshly cut liquorice also enrich the complex bouquet.On the palate, the Bibi Graetz Testamatta Rosso 2020 is dry, highly aromatic and wonderfully fresh. Graetz attributes the freshness to the new vineyards in Olmo, where the grapes ripen on a "magical terroir" at an altitude of 420 meters. Monica Larner, who awards 95 points in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, confirms this: "The introduction of these grapes (from an airy, high-altitude site) gives Testamatta its beautiful clarity, sharpness and sublime bouquet. The new Fiesole fruit makes up around 30 to 35% of this wine. The results are lively, transparent and fresh both in terms of acidity and aromatic intensity."Suckling finds these words for the palate: "Medium-bodied with firm, racy acidity and ultra-fine tannins that give the wine clarity and energy. It definitely follows the new wave of crisp, lively Sangiovese creations from Tuscany that emphasize drinkability and transparency. Lighter than past vintages."The grapes for the Italian red wine come from six different vineyards: Vincigliata, Olmo, Londa, Lamole, Montefili and Siena. The grapes were meticulously harvested eight times in the individual vineyards. The various components were matured in oak for 20 months.The result is the outstanding Testamatta Rosso 2020. No "muddlehead", but a lucky child who gets to enjoy a bottle of this Super Tuscan.

Content: 0.75 litre (€132.00 / 1 litre)

€99.00

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Caiarossa Toscana Rosso 2021

Der Caiarossa Toscana Rosso ist ein außergewöhnlicher Rotwein aus der Toskana, der durch seine Komplexität und Eleganz besticht. Dieser Wein spiegelt die Philosophie des Weinguts Caiarossa wider, das sich der Biodynamik und der Erzeugung von Weinen mit unverwechselbarem Charakter verschrieben hat. Der Caiarossa Toscana Rosso ist eine meisterhafte Cuvée aus mehreren internationalen und einheimischen Rebsorten, darunter Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Sangiovese und Grenache. Diese Mischung sorgt für eine faszinierende Balance zwischen Kraft, Eleganz und Finesse.Der Rotwein hat eine tiefrubinrote Farbe mit violetten Reflexen. Ein komplexes Bouquet von reifen roten und schwarzen Früchten wie Kirschen, Brombeeren und Pflaumen, ergänzt durch Noten von Gewürzen, Tabak, Leder und einer feinen mineralischen Nuance. Am Gaumen ist der Caiarossa Toscana Rosso vollmundig und samtig mit geschmeidigen Tanninen. Die Fruchtaromen werden von einem langen, harmonischen Abgang begleitet.Die Trauben für diesen hervorragenden Wein werden von Hand gelesen und sorgfältig selektiert. Nach einer sanften Pressung erfolgt die Gärung in Betontanks und Holzfässern mit natürlichen Hefen. Der Wein reift anschließend für 14 Monate in französischen Eichenfässern, davon etwa 30 % neu. Vor der Abfüllung ruht der Wein weitere Monate im Edelstahltank, um seine Balance zu perfektionieren.Der Caiarossa Toscana Rosso ist ein vielseitiger Begleiter zu gehobenen Gerichten. Er harmoniert hervorragend mit gegrilltem oder geschmortem Fleisch, Wildgerichten, reifem Käse und mediterranen Speisen mit Kräutern.

Content: 0.75 litre (€86.67 / 1 litre)

€65.00

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Orma Toscana Rosso IGT 2021

Orma 2021 ist ein exquisiter Rotwein, der die Essenz der Toskana in jeder Flasche einfängt. Dieser erlesene Tropfen stammt vom Weingut Sette Ponti, das in unmittelbarer Nachbarschaft zu den Super-Tuscans Ornellaia und Sassicaia liegt. Dies und das mediterrane Klima verleihen diesem Wein eine einzigartige Herkunft und Terroir-Charakter.Der Orma 2021 besticht bereits auf den ersten Blick mit seiner tiefroten, fast ins Violette spielenden Farbe, die die Intensität des Weins erahnen lässt. Im Bouquet entfaltet sich eine harmonische Mischung aus Aromen, die die Sinne verwöhnen. Noten von Johannisbeeren, reifen schwarzen Kirschen, Heidelbeeren und Pflaumen verleihen diesem Wein eine verlockende Fruchtsüße, während subtile Nuancen von Tabak, Vanille und Kakao eine elegante, fast sinnliche Tiefe hinzufügen.Der Geschmack des Orma 2021 ist ein Erlebnis für Kenner. Der Wein zeigt eine bemerkenswerte Balance zwischen Frische und Konzentration, wobei die Fruchtaromen hervorragend mit der Struktur und den samtigen Tanninen verschmelzen. Dieser Wein besitzt eine außergewöhnliche Qualität, die das Ergebnis sorgfältiger Weinbergspflege und meisterlicher Weinbereitung ist. Und dennoch, und dies ist fast ein Paradoxon, verlangt dieser Wein keine Intellektuellen Verbiegungen, um ihn zu verstehen; er ist offen und verführerisch und macht Lust auf mehr, insbesondere bei diesem unglaublichen Preis- Leistungsverhältnis.Orma 2021 ist ein Wein, der die anspruchsvollsten Gaumen zufriedenstellt und sich hervorragend für besondere Anlässe eignet. Dieser toskanische Schatz verströmt die Leidenschaft und das Terroir der Region und bietet ein unvergleichliches Geschmackserlebnis. Ein Genuss, den man am besten in guter Gesellschaft und in einem stilvollen Ambiente erlebt.Perrotti-Brown: 96/100; Suckling: 92/100; Vinous: 93/100.

Content: 0.75 litre (€105.33 / 1 litre)

€79.00

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Tignanello Toscana IGT 2023

The 2023 Tignanello Toscana IGT comes exclusively from the vineyard of the same name at Tenuta Tignanello in Chianti Classico. The 77-hectare vineyard is situated at an elevation of 350 to 400 meters and faces southwest. The calcareous soils, enriched with tuff, form the foundation for this time-honored wine, which is produced primarily from Sangiovese with a small proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.The grapes are carefully selected and checked again on the sorting table upon arrival. Fermentation takes place in conical tanks, with particular attention paid to preserving the bouquet, extracting color pigments, and achieving a smooth tannin structure. Following careful daily tastings, the wine is racked, after which malolactic fermentation takes place in barriques. The wine is aged for a total of 13 months, primarily in new French oak barrels and, to a small extent, in Hungarian oak. After the final blending, the Tignanello ages for another 12 months in the bottle.On the nose, the Tignanello 2023 reveals ripe cherry, pomegranate, and orange, accompanied by subtle nuances of hibiscus and violet. These are complemented by sweet, spicy notes of cocoa and graphite, as well as hints of white pepper and lingonberry. On the palate, it starts out powerful and develops into a juicy, enveloping wine, supported by soft, silky tannins. The long, flavorful finish lingers with notes of blood orange and toasted hazelnut.The Tignanello 2023 is an excellent pairing for hearty meat dishes, particularly beef, lamb, and game. Its combination of fruit, spice, and fine-grained tannins also pairs exceptionally well with aged hard cheeses.

Content: 0.75 litre (€212.00 / 1 litre)

€159.00

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Boscarelli Il Nocio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2018

Beim Boscarelli Il Nocio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano handelt es sich um einen Einzellagenwein aus der Lage „Vigna del Nocio“. Ein außergewöhnlicher Rotwein aus der malerischen Region Toskana in Italien. Die Trauben für diesen 100% Sangiovese Wein werden einer besonderen Selektion unterzogen, die bereits im Weinberg beginnt. Das gipfelt in einen Wein von unvergleichlicher Eleganz und Tiefe. Nur etwa 4 Hektar hat die Einzellage Vigna del Nocio, so entstehen maximal 5000 Flaschen pro Jahr.Im Glas zeigt sich der Il Nocio von Boscarelli in einem tiefen Rubinrot mit granatroten Reflexen. Die Nase ist intensiv und komplex, dominiert von Aromen reifer schwarzer Kirschen, Pflaumen und Waldbeeren, ergänzt durch elegante Noten von Veilchen, Tabak und Gewürzen. Subtile Anklänge von Vanille, Zedernholz und einer feinen Mineralität verleihen dem Wein zusätzliche Tiefe und Finesse.Am Gaumen beeindruckt der Boscarelli Il Nocio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano mit samtigen Tanninen und einer kompletten Textur. Die reichen Fruchtaromen harmonieren perfekt mit den würzigen und holzigen Noten aus der Fassreifung. Zum Einsatz kam slawonische oder französische Eiche. Das Alterungspotential des Il Nocio wird in Jahrzehnten gemessen, die empfohlene optimale Reifezeit ist ab dem fünften Jahr nach der Ernte gegeben. Der Il Nocio ist ein wahres Meisterwerk, das die Exzellenz und die Authentizität des Weinguts Boscarelli widerspiegelt.Der Boscarelli Il Nocio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano passt hervorragend zu gegrilltem Lamm, Rinderfilet, Wildgerichten, herzhaften Eintöpfen und gereiftem Käse. Er ist auch der perfekte Begleiter für festliche Anlässe und besondere Momente.

Content: 0.75 litre (€118.67 / 1 litre)

€89.00

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Bibi Graetz Colore 2020

"You'll want to drink it now, and you probably should because it's so seductive." When US wine critics write about the Bibi Graetz Colore 2020, you can literally feel their enthusiasm, which they also express with 98 points for this Super Tuscan. Bibi Graetz himself is not stingy with superlatives: "I think that this year we have made the best Colore we have ever produced."The pure Sangiovese from Tuscany comes from ancient vines whose grapes have an unmistakable aromatic depth. Monica Larner awarded the world-class Italian red wine 96 points in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. "The Bibi Graetz 2020 Colore is a pure expression of Sangiovese, sourced entirely from old vines meticulously selected in different parts of Tuscany." The majority of the fruit comes from an elevated and cool site in Lamole or from 70-year-old vines in Bagno a Ripoli and Vincigliata near Fiesole. "A small percentage of old vines in Olmo is also used. Bibi has a preference for old vines, and you can taste the beautiful depth and complexity that comes through in the Colore."The bouquet of the Colore 2020 is phenomenally complex. Where to begin, where to end? Beguiling notes of cherries and ripe strawberries characterize the bouquet, harmonizing wonderfully with notes of cedar wood, dried herbs, liquorice and mint. There is also a wonderful hint of vanilla.On the palate, this Super Tuscan is dry, velvety soft, full-bodied, wonderfully fruity and at the same time light and dancing. "A wine with a perfect and lively tension, in which the power of the vintage dances harmoniously with the elegance of our vines," writes Bibi Graetz. Monica Larner judges that the mineral aromas and the light, clear acidity make the Colore an exceptional wine. Suckling: "Full-bodied, but not exaggerated, with tannins that are polished and show themselves over the entire length of the wine. It is dense, but has all the characteristics of a great wine." The finish of the Bibi Graetz Colore 2020 lingers for an almost unreal length of time.The Sangiovese grapes were harvested up to eight times in each vineyard. This means that only grapes with the perfect degree of ripeness are used for the Colore. The wines from the individual vineyards matured separately in oak for almost 20 months before the team decided on the final blend. The best Colore ever? Lucky for those who can form their own opinion.

Content: 0.75 litre (€345.33 / 1 litre)

€259.00

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Bibi Graetz Colore 2019

“Old-vine magic”- The American wine critic James Suckling waxes lyrical when he writes about the 2019 Bibi Graetz Colore. And Suckling, who awards 99 points (!) for this single-varietal Sangiovese from Tuscany, is not alone in his rhapsodizing. Ninety-six points in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 98 points in Falstaff: Italian winemaking has indisputably reached a pinnacle with the Bibi Graetz Colore 2019. The red wine's bouquet seduces you with its fascinating complexity and intensity: notes of blackberries, raspberries, cherries, cassis, and dried rose petals, complemented by nuances of coriander and balsamic herbs. On the palate, the ruby Sangiovese is full-bodied and compact, with silky-soft tannins that could not be more harmoniously integrated. It has an impressive structure and length. Suckling writes, “So fine, yet so powerful. This is an incredible combination of fruit and structure. Old-vine magic. Old-vine magic.”Bibi Graetz himself writes, “Monumental, there is no better word to describe this vintage. Roundness in every single aspect of the wine: elegance, freshness and great acidity that gives very fine layers surprisingly detectable on the nose and at the first sip.”The effort behind this creation was extraordinary: the grapes came from three sites in Tuscany (Lamole, Vincigliata and Siena) with vines from the 1970s, ‘80s and ‘90s. The individual sites were harvested up to eight times in order to harvest grapes with the perfect degree of ripeness. This was followed by a further sorting of the grapes in the winery. The wines of the individual growing areas were vinified separately. The precise composition of the blend was decided only after the Sangiovese creations from the individual sites had matured in barriques for 20 months. Only the best barrels of the entire production were included in the Colore.Bibi Graetz is celebrating his 20th anniversary as a winemaker with the Colore 2019, and the design of the bottle is accordingly distinctive. This Sangiovese is one of the outstanding highlights bearing witness to the creative power of Bibi Gräetz. Happy are those who can call a bottle their own. Suckling’s recommendation: “Drink after 2026.”

Content: 0.75 litre (€332.00 / 1 litre)

€249.00

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Cielo e Terra Gran Passaia Rosso Toscano IGT 2023

The Cielo e Terra Gran Passaia Rosso Toscano IGT is an expressive red wine from Tuscany that combines power, elegance and Mediterranean finesse. This Tuscan comes from the IGT classification (Indicazione Geografica Tipica), which allows winemakers more freedom in the choice of grape varieties and blends, while at the same time emphasizing the origin and quality of the wine.In the glass, Gran Passaia is an intense ruby red with sparkling reflections. The bouquet is complex and seductive, characterized by ripe red and black fruits such as cherries, blackberries and plums, complemented by subtle notes of spices, Mediterranean herbs and subtle roasted aromas. These aromas give the wine an exciting depth and a seductive character.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and harmonious with a beautiful balance of fruit, structure and soft, ripe tannins. The aromas are repeated with fine nuances and are supported by a pleasant, well-integrated acidity. The finish is long and elegant with mineral notes typical of Tuscan soils.The Gran Passaia Rosso Toscano IGT is an excellent accompaniment to hearty dishes such as grilled meat, braised beef, spicy pasta dishes or mature cheese. At the same time, it is a pleasure to enjoy with friends or on special occasions - a versatile, powerful wine that authentically reflects the Mediterranean characteristics of Tuscany.

Content: 0.75 litre (€10.00 / 1 litre)

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Bibi Graetz Colore 2016

This Super Tuscan is a world-class ambassador for Tuscan viticulture in every respect. Not only does the quality of the Bibi Graetz Colore 2016 stand out and will captivate wine lovers. What's more, the grapes for this phenomenal composition come from three of Tuscany's defining growing regions: Lamole in Chianti Classico, Vincigliata near Florence and Siena in the south. The pinnacle of Tuscan winemaking, united in one wine: Bibi Graetz Colore 2016.This Italian red wine is a blend of 80% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo and 10% Colorino. The Colore sparkles ruby red with a garnet hue in the glass. The bouquet is fascinatingly complex. Notes of "pure summer cherry" dominate at the beginning, writes Monica Larner in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, awarding the Bibi Graetz Colore 2016 a whopping 96+ points. Over time, nuances of granite and dried blue flowers emerge. Notes of plums, blackberries and strawberries also enrich the bouquet. Everything is finely underpinned by a stimulating spiciness (rosemary, sage, but also cinnamon and a hint of leather and tobacco).On the palate, Bibi Graetz's Super Tuscan is dry, clear and perfectly smooth. "Full-bodied, very dense and polished, with a dense and powerful palate that opens up and grows while remaining agile and beautiful," says James Suckling, whose 98 points make it clear that few wines in the world come close to this quality. "This vintage offers an ideal dose of structure paired with freshness," says Monica Larner."After the great 2015 vintage, I couldn't believe that the quality of 2016 was even better," writes Bibi Graetz. As described, the grapes come from three vineyards in Tuscany, which were meticulously harvested (up to eight times!). In this way, the very best grape material was obtained, which forms the basis for the Colore 2016. The batches from the individual vineyards matured separately in oak for almost three years before the final blend was composed. A masterpiece of Italian viticulture.

Content: 0.75 litre (€466.67 / 1 litre)

€350.00

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