Caiarossa 2022

Characteristics and tasting tips for Caiarossa 2022

Tasting

Nose
The nose reveals aromas of Mediterranean herbs, wild berries, as well as subtle balsamic notes.

Palate
The powerful palate exudes velvety tannins, supported by aromas of red fruit, fine spices and earthy nuances. Its perfectly balanced structure leads to an elegant, lingering finish.

The richness and elegance of a great Tuscan red wine

The Producer

The Caiarossa estate is located near the charming medieval village of Riparbella on the west coast of Tuscany, overlooking the sea. The estate stands out for the production of outstanding Italian wines, created in strict harmony with the environment and according to biodynamic principles. Since 2004, it has belonged to the Albada Jelgersma family, who also own Château Giscours in Margaux, an emblematic reference on the Bordeaux Left Bank.

The Vineyard

This Tuscan estate tends a 16-hectare vineyard that slopes gently towards the sea.

The Wine

As the estate's flagship, Caiarossa is an IGT Toscana wine derived from a mosaic of plots and designed to express the richness and uniqueness of great Italian terroirs.

The Vintage

The climate on the Tuscan coast was characterized by a mild winter, a rainy spring, followed by a hot, sunny summer. A period of refreshing rainfall in August allowed for a slow and balanced ripening of the grapes. Ideal conditions prevailed during the harvest to gather grapes of outstanding quality, resulting in a vintage with velvety tannins, well-balanced and elegant.

Vinification and Aging

Harvesting is done by hand. Vinification takes place plot by plot in concrete tanks and wooden vats with slow fermentations and gentle extractions. After malolactic fermentation, the blend is created; the wines then age for 14 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new.

Blend

Cabernet Franc (32%), Syrah (26%), Cabernet Sauvignon (17%), Merlot (12%), Sangiovese (7%), Petit Verdot (5%) and Grenache (1%).