2024 Podere Grattamacco Bolgheri Rosso, Tuscany, Italy

The nose is clean and expressive, offering black cherry, plum, and cassis, alongside notes of dried herbs, graphite, and a light coastal salinity. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, with structured but approachable tannins and balanced acidity supporting a core of dark fruit and subtle spice. The finish is dry and persistent, with a restrained use of oak and a minerality that reflects the maritime-influenced soils of the region.

91 Points, Vinous Media. The 2024 Bolgheri Rosso is a fine choice for drinking now and over the next handful of years. Bright red/purplish fruit, mint, lavender and mocha all grace this inviting, entry-level offering from Grattamacco.

Grattamacco was founded in 1977 and was the second winery of the Bolgheri appellation, following Sassicaia. Grattamacco has lead the region in environmentally responsible farming, and was the first to use an Alberello or head-pruned method in Bolgheri. The winery lies on a rise between Castagneto Carducci and Bolgheri, with a panoramic view of the Tuscan coast. The Grattamacco vineyards are located at about 330 ft. above sea level, in a wonderfully protected plot that spans over one of Bolgheri's only two hills, and is surrounded by other internationally renowned Bolgheri properties. The property has been part of the ColleMassari Group since 2002.