Aria di Caiarossa 2021
$109.00 inc. GST
In stock
Accolades:
95/100 – James Suckling
94/100 – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
94/100 – Decanter
“An organic and biodynamic blend of Merlot (in the leading role at 31%), Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache, the Caiarossa 2021 Aria di Caiarossa is an inky wine with an impenetrable appearance. The aromas show a mix of fine-tuned high notes and baritone notes of blackberry pie. The high notes include licorice, spice and some dusty pencil shaving. It reveals lots of texture fiber and richness but clocks in with a medium finish.” – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
“Intense blueberry and blackcurrant aromas jump out of the glass, wrapped up in violet-scented notes and graphite minerality. It has a full body and a great mid-palate. it’s youthful and is supported by firm tannins that are velvety and extracted, refreshing acidity and a chewy, lavish finish. Best after 2026.” – James Suckling
“An impressive vintage of Aria di Caiarossa: it offers a dark-fruited, creamy aroma followed by silky tannins, rich and plummy fruits, dried herbs and a hint of spice in the mouth. There’s a lovely earthy sub-structure to contrast the ripe character of the fruit, and its vertical and sapid profile, with really bright acidity, makes for a gastronomic and mouthwatering wine. Already drinking beautifully but will reward a few more years in bottle. 31% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, 16% Syrah, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Grenache. Each parcel and grape variety is individually vinified in either concrete or oak before blending and ageing in French oak barrels, 20% new, for around 13 months.” – Decanter
Aria di Caiarossa 2021 comes from the estate’s higher Nocolino vineyards near Riparbella. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache form a five-variety blend with a substantial palate, ripe plum character and a velvety texture.
Winemaking Notes: Each parcel and variety is vinified separately in concrete or wooden tanks, using slow fermentations and gentle extraction. After blending, the wine spends approximately thirteen months in French oak barriques.
Certification: Organic, Biodynamic
Alcohol: 14.5%
Variety: Merlot blend
Region: Tuscany, Italy
