
Bibi Graetz: Colore 2021
100
- 2
- Sangiovese 100%
- 5
- rød, tør
- 14,0% Vol.
- Modenhed til at drikke: 2028–2057
- Pakket ind i: 3-delt OHK
- 9
- struktureret
- saftig
- velsmagende & krydret
- 3
- Lobenberg: 98–100/100
- Jane Anson: 100/100
- Suckling: 99/100
- Decanter: 99/20
- The Wine Independent: 99
- Parker: 98+/100
- Jeb Dunnuck: 98/100
- 6
- Italien, Toscana, Chianti og Vino Nobile
- 7
- Allergener: Sulfitter,
Tapperi / Importør: Bibi Graetz, Piazza Mino da Fiesole, 37, 50014 Fiesole, Italien

Heiner Lobenberg om:
Colore 2021
/100
Druerne til Colore kommer fra Bibi Graetz' tre bedste vinmarker, Lamole, Vincigliata og Siena. Lamole er en terrasseret vinmark, der vender mod sydøst. Vinstokkene, som er over 80 år gamle og opvokset i buske, producerer år efter år små, koncentrerede druer i 620 meters højde, som også er ansvarlige for den betagende balance og friskhed, som kendetegner Colore. Siena ligger 350 meter over havets overflade på frugtbar jord med masser af småsten. Vincigliata ligger i 300 meters højde og er dermed det "laveste" sted med lerholdig Galestro-jord. Her høstes druerne op til otte gange, og kun helt perfekte druer når frem til vineriet. Næppe nogen andre går så langt. Gæringen foregår i åbne barriques med vildgær. Efterfølgende modning i tre år på nye barriques. Næsen afslører dybe sorte kirsebær med antydninger af syrlige kirsebær, hindbær og blåbær. Sødt læder, tonkabønne, sød tobak, provencalske urter og nellikepeber nedenunder. I munden er Colore næsten overvældende med en utrolig tæthed, ultrafine sandkorn og massive tanniner, der indhyller ganen i et tæt fløjlsslør af mørke bær. Friskheden skaber en spænding mellem de sorte kirsebær og de varmende urter. Tørret salvie og blomstrende timian i eftersmagen. Den enorme tæthed i den delikate frugtkerne, som synes at være støbt i én form, holdes godt sammen af den frodige, men overdådigt fine tanninstruktur, som utvivlsomt kan sammenlignes med en 1 GCC fra venstre bred. Colore rejser store spørgsmålstegn ved, hvordan vinen kan være så poleret fin og alligevel så umådelig kraftfuld på samme tid. Stor balance, stor længde, stor vin. 98-100/100

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Jane Anson om: Colore
Just love this wine, the lyricism and the generosity of it, and its always vivid depiction of fruits and stones. So juicy, so drawn out, works with the vintage, leans into its low yields, with greengages, raspberry, plum, gentle spices, lemongrass, minerality studded with mandarin peel and sage. Translucent and yet full of flavour, once again it begs you to draw up a chair, gather friends, and enjoy. What a brilliant wine and a brilliant winemaker in Bibi Graetz. From a 58ha estate, Colore comes from the oldest vineyards of Sangiovese that range up to 135 years old. 100/100

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Suckling om: Colore
ntense aromas of purple fruits such as raspberry, spice, lead pencil and granite. Perfumed flowers as well. Full-bodied, tight with poised tannins that show transparency and focus. Crunchy and very long. Better after 2028 when it opens and integrates beautifully. 99/100

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Decanter om: Colore
Another excellent wine from Bibi Graetz made from selected old-vine Sangiovese. Herbal and spiced on the nose, fragrant but with savoury aspects rather than overtly floral or fruity. Intense and direct, this hits you square on, with energy and forward motion. So sleek and well defined, smooth yet lively and energetic with tannins that are so beautifully executed. Almost plush and chewy giving weight and texture to the palate while actually being quite light and aerial overall. Complex and invigorating, fresh and wild at the same time - I love the character, it's pure but with a sense of authenticity that encapsulates the terroir and winemaking philosophy so wonderfully. Ends with a minty, liquorice, spiced blackcurrant and cool cherry element that is extremely moreish! 99/100
The Wine Independent om: Colore
The 2021 Colore, 100% Sangiovese, is medium garnet-purple in color. After a little swirling, a glorious perfume of raspberry coulis, Morello cherries, and rose oil emerges from the glass, followed by hints of cinnamon toast, Sichuan pepper, and underbrush. The medium-bodied palate is coated with vibrant red berry and floral layers, framed by exquisitely ripe, fine-grained tannins and bold freshness, finishing epically long and fragrant. This is absolutely stunning! 99/100

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Parker om: Colore
The Bibi Graetz 2021 Colore is Sangiovese from old vines, but otherwise, winemaking and the oak regime is identical to the other top red, Testamatta. In this case, fruit comes from the Lamole area with vineyards at a high 600 meters above sea level. Some are south-facing but high up on the mountain. As Bibi explains: “Colore delivers power and freshness, whereas Testamatta delivers transparency and freshness.” The Colore shows the pure energy and liveliness of Sangiovese with violet, wild cherry and orange zest. The wine delivers an elegantly earthy side with a very delineated mouthfeel driven by very fine, silly tannins. This is a beautiful wine with delicately sweet cherry on the finish. Bibi has been making little changes to this wine over the years (other than giving it a new winery home in Fiesole) to capture an ideal or benchmark for Sangiovese. His 2021 is his best wine yet. Production is 35,000 bottles, which is slightly lower compared to the last vintage. 98+/100

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Jeb Dunnuck om: Colore
Seductive and layered, the 2021 Colore is also entirely Sangiovese, coming from 100-year-old vines. It pours a rich magenta/ruby hue and reveals pure and luxurious aromas of black cherry liqueur, fresh lavender, polished leather, cedar, and sweet sage. Medium to full-bodied, it’s chiseled and well-defined, with refined, plush tannins, harmonious depth, and an extraordinarily long finish that slowly tapers. This is a stunning wine from Bibi Graetz that will only improve with proper cellar time. It’s remarkable. Drink 2027-2050.
Bibi Graetz
Bibi Graetz, hvis familie kommer fra Norge, har arvet sit kunstneriske talent fra sin far og er også en dygtig vinproducent. Hans malerier er kraftfulde og fængsler beskueren.
