Tuscany · Sangiovese

2020 BIBI GRAETZ TESTAMATTA TOSCANA IGT

Name: 2020 BIBI GRAETZ TESTAMATTA TOSCANA IGT
Brand: Bibi Graetz
SKU: 279843
Price: 100.00 USD
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Product Details

VarietalSangiovese

RegionTuscany

ProducerBibi Graetz

Vintage2020

Size750ML

ABV13%

WinemakerBibi Graetz

FarmingOrganic

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Professional Ratings

97

Decanter

“Wild roses and wild strawberries, the nose has a lovely fragrance and expression. Lifted and bright, this has such a beautiful delicacy to it, a creamy, chalkiness comes from the fine tannins with bright, succulent strawberry and raspberry leaf elements. You feel the savoury side too, the sweet vanilla spice and dried herb aspect which counter the fruit and the high acidity. I adore the finesse here, the sharp fruit giving the energy and the chalky texture giving the layers. Feels well controlled, powerful yet delivered with poise. It doesn't have so much overt weight, it's definitely more ethereal in terms of density, but the nuance of flavour is thrillingly captivating and this has a long lifted finish. A contemplative wine that keeps you wanting more and more....”

95

Wine Advocate

“Bibi Graetz has long been tinkering with his formula for this wine, and this vintage represents a new chapter. The 2020 Testamatta is a blend of Sangiovese from old and new vines, with a priority on cooler growing conditions (and even a few northern exposures). In the wake of climate change, and in the pursuit of elegance, Bibi is changing his approach. He also has a new vineyard property near Fiesole, and the introduction of these grapes (from a breezy, high-elevation site) are what gives Testamatta its beautiful clarity, sharpness and lifted bouquet. The new Fiesole fruit makes up about 30% to 35% of this wine. The results are vibrant, transparent and fresh both in terms of acidity and aromatic intensity. This is a wine in transformation and a wine to watch.”

96

Wine Independent

“The name of this Bibi Graetz Testamatta 2020 means ‘crazy head’, perhaps referring to Bibi’s passionate pursuit of old vine Sangiovese. This wine is a clear, transparent, ruby color and has a very appealing nose of delicate, pure, red fruits like red cherry and wild strawberries wrapped in spice and light salty notes from sea breezes. The nose is charming and alluring. On the palate it is very Burgundy-like in weight and texture with a fine silkiness to the texture but it has very Sangiovese-like tannins. The wine is round and silky with a juicy freshness and fine but firm, savory tannins that linger with bitter cherry and sea salt flavors to the finish. A graceful and characterful version of Sangiovese.”

About This Wine

More about the 2020 Bibi Graetz Testamatta Toscana IGT. Bibi Graetz’s 2020 Testamatta is a masterful expression of Tuscan artistry, seamlessly blending visionary craftsmanship with exceptional terroir. Crafted exclusively from Sangiovese grapes, carefully chosen from six renowned, high-altitude vineyards—Vincigliata, Olmo, Londa, Lamole, Montefili, and Siena—each sip unveils Graetz’s dedication to capturing Tuscany’s vibrant minerality and authentic character. Graetz’s meticulous process is a harmonious blend of patience and precision, employing spontaneous fermentations with native yeasts in open-top barriques to allow each vineyard parcel to express its distinct identity. This remarkable Sangiovese offers captivating freshness, refined yet assertive tannins, and a finesse that aligns elegantly with Tuscany’s contemporary shift toward wines that vividly reflect their origins. Celebrated by critics, the 2020 Testamatta garnered an impressive 97 points from Decanter, commended for its luminous and lifted profile, subtle chalky texture, and long, graceful finish. At our exclusive price, this distinguished vintage invites connoisseurs and enthusiasts to savor an icon of Tuscan winemaking—secure yours today to experience its brilliance.