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Beccaia Bolgheri DOC - I Tirreni 2022
Cantina Di Montalcino40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Petit Verdot Bolgheri DOC 75 cl 2022
$27.40−8%($36.53/ℓ)
Recommended price: $29.92
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Technical information
- Producer
- Cantina Di Montalcino
- Name
- Bolgheri DOC
- Variety
- 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Petit Verdot
- Vintage
- 2022
- Gradation
- 14.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Notes of red fruits, spices, balsamic hints
- Vinification method
- Steel fermentation, aging in wood
- Aging
- 12-18 months
- Type of cask
- French oak barrique
- Color
- Intense ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18°C
- Recommended consumption
- Immediate or with aging potential
- Pairing
- Red meats, game, aged cheeses
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Bolgheri, Tuscany
- Type
- Red wine
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The Beccaia Bolgheri DOC from I Tirreni represents an excellent example of Tuscany's winemaking expertise, expressing the essence of local grape varieties in combination with classic international ones, in a coastal area that benefits from a unique microclimate. This wine results from a careful selection of the grapes and an aging process that blends tradition and innovation.
In appearance, the Beccaia shows a deep and seductive ruby red color with light garnet hues that develop with aging. On the nose, it stands out for its intense aromas of forest fruits like blackberries and currants, enriched by subtle spicy notes and a light touch of vanilla, a testament to its time in barrels.
On the palate, the wine surprises with its balanced structure and the complexity of flavors. It is robust yet harmonious, with well-integrated tannins that indicate good longevity. Its freshness is maintained thanks to a vibrant acidity that enhances the fruity flavors, leading to a persistent and elegant finish.
Ideal for pairing with rich dishes such as red meat roasts, game, and aged cheeses, Beccaia Bolgheri DOC from I Tirreni is a wine that can be appreciated immediately but also offers excellent aging potential.
It should be served at a temperature of about 18°C, after letting it breathe for a few minutes, to fully enjoy its organoleptic qualities. This wine not only celebrates the winemaking tradition of Bolgheri but elevates it, offering a rich and memorable sensory experience.
In appearance, the Beccaia shows a deep and seductive ruby red color with light garnet hues that develop with aging. On the nose, it stands out for its intense aromas of forest fruits like blackberries and currants, enriched by subtle spicy notes and a light touch of vanilla, a testament to its time in barrels.
On the palate, the wine surprises with its balanced structure and the complexity of flavors. It is robust yet harmonious, with well-integrated tannins that indicate good longevity. Its freshness is maintained thanks to a vibrant acidity that enhances the fruity flavors, leading to a persistent and elegant finish.
Ideal for pairing with rich dishes such as red meat roasts, game, and aged cheeses, Beccaia Bolgheri DOC from I Tirreni is a wine that can be appreciated immediately but also offers excellent aging potential.
It should be served at a temperature of about 18°C, after letting it breathe for a few minutes, to fully enjoy its organoleptic qualities. This wine not only celebrates the winemaking tradition of Bolgheri but elevates it, offering a rich and memorable sensory experience.
The winery
Cantina di Montalcino
ToscanaItaliaSince 1970
Winery in Montalcino founded as a cooperative and now managed by an industrial group; renowned for its Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino and for a contemporary architectural project integrated into the landscape.
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Founded in 1970 as a local cooperative winery.
- Producer of Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino.
- Production facility covering approximately 5,000 m², with the cellar area on two levels.
- Cellar with barrel storage capacity, equipped with temperature control; the official text mentions 74 Slavonia barrels.
- Grapes sourced from the four quadrants of the municipality of Montalcino are used to highlight the different expressions of Sangiovese.
The story
Founded as a local cooperative in 1970, the winery has undergone several phases of architectural renovation. Recently the winery came under the management of the Prosit Group; it nevertheless maintains ties with local growers who supply the grapes for its Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino labels.
Production philosophy
Enhancing Sangiovese from the territory of Montalcino through practices that prioritize the selection of grapes from the municipality’s four quadrants, with attention to controlled vinification and appropriate aging in wood for the more structured wines.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Località Val di Cava, in the Montalcino area, the winery sources grapes from the four aspects of the municipal territory, each with distinct soil and climatic characteristics that contribute to the complexity of Montalcino wines.
Awards and recognition
Recognitions and participation: inclusion in the circuit of design wineries in Tuscany and mention in the "New Art and Wine in Tuscany" project.