GRATTAMACCO
THE WINE IS PRODUCED FROM VINEYARDS LOCATED BETWEEN 100 AND 200 M ABOVE SEA LEVEL. THE SOIL IS CHARACTERIZED BY SANDY QUARTZ AND WHITE CLAYS MIXED WITH MARLY LIMESTONE FLYSCH. WINEGROWING PRACTICES ARE BASED ON METHODS AND PRINCIPLES THAT ARE TOTALLY RESPECTFUL OF THE ENVIRONMENT, THUS ALLOWING FOR SPONTANEOUS PRODUCTIVE BALANCE WITH LOW YIELDS PER HECTARE. GRAPES ARE HAND-PICKED AND CAREFULLY SELECTED FROM VINEYARDS WITH AN AVERAGE AGE OF 25 YEARS, AMONG THE OLDEST IN THE APPELLATION.
Vinification takes place in small open oak vats, with delicate manual punching-down and a slow release of only noble tannins. The wine ages for at least 18 months in barriques. The saline terroir and the artisanal approach in the cellar are foundational elements of the distinctive character of Grattamacco Rosso, which is enhanced by the presence of Sangiovese in the blend, in accordance with Tuscan tradition.
Vintage 2022
FORTY VINTAGES IN, GRATTAMACCO REVEALS A WINE OF STRIKING FRESHNESS AND POISE – A TRUE REFLECTION OF ITS ELEGANT ORIGINS.
The Climate
The season opened with an early-summer drought, followed by abundant rainfall toward the end of the season. This shift allowed the fruit to regain integrity and achieve a more balanced ripening. Harvest for Grattamacco began in late August and concluded on 24 September.
Vinification
Grattamacco is crafted from vineyards situated between 100 and 200 meters above sea level, where the soils blend white clay, calcareous- marl flysch, and quartz-rich calcareous sandstone. The Mediterranean climate is gently tempered by frequent sea breezes. Viticulture is guided by environmentally respectful principles, fostering a natural balance in the vines and yielding consistently low production per hectare. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected from vineyards with an average age of 25 years. Fermentation took place in open oak vats, with gentle and repeated manual punch- downs. This approach allows for extended maceration and the slow release of only the finest tannins.The wine was aged for 18 months in barriques and bottled in August 2024.
Composition
65% Cabernet Sauvignon
20% Merlot
15% Sangiovese
Appearance
Bright ruby red
Alcohol
14.5% vol.
