TASSINAIA
2021 Castello del Terriccio
| Grapes | Merlot, Cab Sauv |
| Colour | Red |
| Origin | Italy, Tuscany |
| District | Bolgheri |
| ABV | 14.50% |
Up front there is the pure fresh-edged feel of blueberry flesh, but this dances across the palate with juicy brightness and a good depth of red and black berry fruit. A really attractive Tassinaia with such pure fruit expression - and great energy. The return to using concrete for some of the élevage since 2020 has really brightened this up. Superb. L&S (Apr 2025)
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Deep aromas of currants and berries, with hints of scorched orange peel and chili chocolate. The medium-bodied palate shows focused currants riding firm, medium-grain tannins and leading to a long, flavorful finish. I like the concentration of fruit here. Ever present and ever fresh. Drink now for the freshness, but this should mature well over the next few years. Drinking range: 2025 - Rating: 93 James Suckling, The Wine Spectator (Jun 2025)
The Castello del Terriccio 2021 Tassinaia is Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon in equal parts. The wine sports a clear note of balsam herb that is regularly featured in the wines from this gorgeous and sprawling wine estate on the Tuscan Coast. Beyond those high notes are layers of dark fruit and spice over a medium-plus mouthfeel. This wine will prove a great partner to a classic Cacio e Pepe pasta dish. Drinking range: 2025 - 2033 Rating: 93 Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate (www.robertparker.com) (Feb 2025)
Castello del Terriccio
The Castello del Terriccio is beautifully positioned around twenty-five kilometres north of Bolgheri, with commanding views towards Corsica. The 60 hectares of vines enjoy wonderful exposure, overlooking the sea, benefitting from its brightness and cooling breezes. The vineyards are surrounded by 'maquis' and eucalyptus trees, which as well as protecting them, also contribute to the aromas and scents that so characterise the Terriccio wines.
Planted predominately with Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Syrah, the wines are made by consultant oenologist Carlo Ferrini, who has to date brought thirteen 'Tre Bicchiere' awards to the estate.
These are wines that can be approached almost immediately and yet age so well over a decade and more.
The estate continues in the hands of Vittorio Piozzo di Rosignano Rossi di Medelana who took over after the extraordinarily charming Cav. Gian Annibale Rossi di Medelana Serafini Ferri (or 'Pucci' as he was fondly known) who died at the end of 2019. Vittorio has the same team around him working in the cellars and the vineyards and the estate is going from strength to strength.- For full delivery details see our Delivery page.
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