Caiarossa 2020, Red Blend – Toscana IGT, Alta Maremma, Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
Flagship a 7-varietal-blend composed of 28% Cabernet Franc, 23% Syrah, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 13% Sangiovese, 4% Petit Verdot, and 1% Grenache. Farmed biodynamically and vinified via gravity flow, emphasizing balance, depth, and refined extraction.
Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, cassis, dried rose, Mediterranean herbs, graphite, cocoa, crushed stone.
Mouthfeel
Layered and expansive with silky tannins and vibrant acidity. Long, mineral-driven finish with elegance and composure.
Food Pairings
Game meats, truffle pasta, aged ribeye, Tuscan stews.
Verdict
Complex yet harmonious. Structured for evolution with Mediterranean finesse and Bordeaux discipline.
🍷 Did You Know?
The estate is co-owned by the family behind Château Giscours (Margaux), blending Left Bank philosophy with Tuscan terroir. — 2 days ago
GLWS — 2 days ago
GLWS — 2 days ago
2024 vintage.
From vineyards in La Morra, Alba, Guarene and Castagnito in Langhe.
Stainless steel fermented at low temperatures and rests on fine lees through winter before bottling.
Bright straw yellow in colour.
Fragrant aromatics of dried Chamomile, Acacia flowers and almonds.
In the mouth…stone fruit, white peach, herbs and Asian pear.
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GLWS — 2 days ago
Scott Kahn
Rich black and red fruit that are surprisingly bright. Lots of tertiary notes of spice, mushrooms, forest floor and muted vanilla. Drinking fantastically well right now. — an hour ago