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Bolgheri Superiore DOC - Impronte - Giorgio Meletti Cavallari
Bolgheri Superiore DOC - Impronte - Giorgio Meletti Cavallari
Giorgio Meletti Cavallari

Bolgheri Superiore DOC - Impronte - Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2021

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Giorgio Meletti Cavallari
Name Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Variety Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Cabernet Franc 30%
Vintage 2021
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes
Vinification method Steel fermentation, aging in wood
Region Tuscany
Production area Bolgheri, Tuscany
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 24 months
Type of cask Barrique and tonneaux
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 8-10 years from harvest
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses

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The Bolgheri Superiore DOC "Impressions" by Giorgio Meletti Cavallari is a red wine of exceptional elegance and complexity, which best expresses the distinctive qualities of its region of origin, Bolgheri, famous for its internationally renowned red wines. This wine is produced in limited quantities, with a meticulous selection of grapes, demonstrating the winery's commitment to maintaining a high standard of quality.

Visually, this Bolgheri Superiore presents a deep ruby red color with slight garnet reflections, a sign of proper maturation. On the nose, it reveals rich and complex aromas of ripe black fruit such as blackcurrant and blackberry, with an elegant backdrop of spices, cedarwood, tobacco, and a hint of chocolate, resulting from aging in barrique barrels.

On the palate, "Impressions" displays a robust but balanced structure, with well-integrated tannins that ensure a smooth mouthfeel. The acidity is well balanced and contributes to a long and persistent finish, with notes of ripe fruit and spices reemerging, leaving a pleasant sensation of harmony and complexity.

This wine is ideal for pairing with rich and structured dishes, such as grilled red meats, roasts, and aged cheeses. It is also an excellent choice for special occasions or as a gift for a lover of quality Italian wines.

Collectors and connoisseurs will find in the Bolgheri Superiore DOC "Impressions" by Giorgio Meletti Cavallari a remarkable expression of the Bolgheri terroir and Italian winemaking expertise, capable of evolving magnificently over the years.
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How to serve

Glass:

Goblet Wide Opening

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Serve to:

16-18°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 3-5 years

Production area


Tuscany

The winery

Giorgio Meletti Cavallari – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Giorgio Meletti Cavallari.

Winery based in Bolgheri (Castagneto Carducci, Tuscany) that produces wines under the Bolgheri DOC appellation, with red and white labels.
Region: Toscana
Country: Italia
Founded: 2002
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Vermentino, Viognier
Producer active in the Bolgheri DOC appellation, producing both red wines and white wines. The Piastraia vineyard is cited as a source of grapes for the cru 'Impronte'. Founded by Giorgio Meletti Cavallari, who developed his professional career within the local wine industry and is the son of producer Piermario Meletti Cavallari. The wines' technical sheets indicate the use of temperature-controlled fermentation and barrique aging for the more structured reds.
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Winery history
Giorgio Meletti Cavallari grew up in the Bolgheri area at the family estate and, after studying oenology and gaining various professional experience, established his own estate in the early 2000s. The winery is presented as a project that combines winemaking with family hospitality. Over time vineyards have been planted in several parcels, including the well-known Piastraia vineyard.
Production philosophy
The estate prioritizes the expression of the Bolgheri terroir by using international grape varieties and local white varieties in targeted blends; the production practices listed on the technical sheets include controlled fermentations and aging in stainless steel and in barriques, depending on the wine.
Terroir and vineyards
Bolgheri, province of Livorno, Tyrrhenian coast of Tuscany; operational address indicated on Strada Provinciale Bolgherese.

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Official Awards

Expert Prize Description Vintage
Robert Parker 90+ 2019