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SKU 919540
$305.10/case
$50.85/bottle
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The organic Grattamacco 2021 Bolgheri Vermentino shows the results of an extra year in bottle with steely mineral notes followed by ripe apple and preserved lemon. There is just a hint of evolution in this white from 2021 that gives it pretty layers of flint and ash. The wine is drinking beautifully right now, especially in terms of mouthfeel thanks to its clean, mid-weight texture and freshness. It is partially aged in tonneaux, and there is a delicate hint of vanilla spice. This characterful wine comes from old and precious vines. Some 15,000 bottles were made. This is one of the top Vermentinos on the market today.
The Vermintino grape varietal has been grown in northern Italy for centuries, but is perhaps most closely associated with the island of Corsica, where it is the most widely planted grape varietal and is one of the key flagship grapes on the island. Thought to have originated in Spain, the Vermentino grape quickly spread to other countries, and is now found in many parts of Mediterranean Europe and the New World. The grape itself is prized by wineries due to the crispness of its acids, and the wide bouquet of refreshing flavors it carries. Most commonly, Vermentino is known for holding flavors of green apple and lime, and for having a relatively light body with a low alcohol content. As such, it makes a perfect match for a wide range of foods, and is particularly popular when paired with shellfish.
Country
Italy
There are few countries in the world with a viticultural history as long or as illustrious as that claimed by Italy. Grapes were first being grown and cultivated on Italian soil several thousand years ago by the Greeks and the Pheonicians, who named Italy 'Oenotria' – the land of wines – so impressed were they with the climate and the suitability of the soil for wine production. Of course, it was the rise of the Roman Empire which had the most lasting influence on wine production in Italy, and their influence can still be felt today, as much of the riches of the empire came about through their enthusiasm for producing wines and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Since those times, a vast amount of Italian land has remained primarily for vine cultivation, and thousands of wineries can be found throughout the entire length and breadth of this beautiful country, drenched in Mediterranean sunshine and benefiting from the excellent fertile soils found there. Italy remains very much a 'land of wines', and one could not imagine this country, its landscape and culture, without it.
Region
Tuscany
The central Italian region of Tuscany is widely understood to be one of the world's most famous and highly regarded wine regions. The beautiful rolling hillsides and medieval towns and castles which are a key feature of the area are also home to many of Europe's finest wineries, and extremely high quality vineyards growing the distinctive Sangiovese and Vernaccia grape varietals which are the flavorful backbone of Tuscany's wonderful red and white wines. For almost three thousand years, this region has been recognized as an ideal home for wine production on a large scale, and the ancient Etruscans, Greeks and Romans all noticed that fine grape varietals flourished on the unique soils and under the hot sunshine which typifies the area. Today, Tuscany is home to a wide range of wines, from the traditional to the complex, but all dedicated to excellent flavors and aromas, and maintaining the region's international reputation.
Appellation
Bolgheri
Bolgheri, nestled along the sun-soaked Tuscan coast, is a revered wine appellation renowned for producing outstanding red wines. What sets Bolgheri apart is its pioneering role in the creation of “Super Tuscan” wines, challenging traditional Italian winemaking. These wines often blend indigenous Sangiovese with international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, resulting in rich, complex flavors and a remarkable aging potential. Bolgheri’s coastal location influences a distinctive microclimate, characterized by warm days and cool maritime breezes, imparting freshness and structure to the wines. Notably, Sassicaia, born in Bolgheri, stands as a global benchmark for quality. Bolgheri wines, with their innovative spirit and unique terroir, encapsulate the essence of modern Italian winemaking, offering enthusiasts an exciting journey through the evolution of this dynamic appellation.
WA93pts
Wine Advocate
The organic Grattamacco 2021 Bolgheri Vermentino shows the results of an extra year in bottle with steely mineral notes followed by ripe apple and preserved lemon. There is just a hint of evolution in this white from 2021 that gives it pretty layers of flint and ash. The wine is drinking beautifully right now, especially in terms of mouthfeel thanks to its clean, mid-weight texture and freshness. It is partially aged in tonneaux, and there is a delicate hint of vanilla spice. This characterful wine comes from old and precious vines. Some 15,000 bottles were made. This is one of the top Vermentinos on the market today.
JD93pts
Jeb Dunnuck
A pale straw hue, the 2021 Grattamacco is phenomenal on the nose with Riesling-like petrol aromatics that take this wine to the next level among its peers. Notes of white peach, fresh-cut fennel bulb, and lime blossoms cascade from the glass. Medium-bodied without ever feeling lean, it floats across the palate with notes of salted lime zest and a clean, savory finish. A remarkable wine, it will be an enjoyable, age-worthy white to check in on over several years if you have the restraint to hold onto it. Drink 2024-2034.
WS91pts
Wine Spectator
A sleek white, with elements of ripe peach and melon blending with Mediterranean scrub, bitter citrus and crushed stone. Vibrant and also leaves a chalky feel on the extended finish. Drink now through 2027. 1,100 cases made, 200 cases imported.
JS91pts
James Suckling
A mid-weighted iteration, dry, fresh and admirably textural, with baked apple, spiced pear and lemon drop notes compressed by a curb of attractive French oak. The finish, a rail of maritime salinity melded to the cedar wood signposts. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.
Winery Notes
A white wine of exquisite aromatic complexity and depth. On the palate, Grattamacco Bolgheri Vermentino expresses a saline minerality and rigorous freshness, with a supple and creamy texture and remarkable longevity. This wine can be paired with any fish.
