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Graticciaia · Salento Rosso IGT 2016


Agricole Vallone, Puglia

´Graticciaia´ · Salento Rosso IGT 2016, Agricole Vallone, Puglia
 € 49,95 = 66,60 €/L
    

The Salento Rosso Graticciaia, made from 100% Negroamaro grapes, is one of the rarest and most valuable wines in Puglia. It embodies the essence of Italy's southern region and is produced using the traditional Appassimento method, in which the grapes are dried on straw mats - the “Graticci”. This process, similar to the great Amarone wines of the north, gives Graticciaia its incomparable concentration and depth. On the nose, it develops intense aromas of ripe Amarena cherries, dried plums and a hint of cigar box. On the palate, it is opulent, with a dense fruit richness that is supported by fine tannins and perfectly integrated acidity. The complex structure and harmonious balance between power and elegance make this wine a true legend. A masterpiece that is ideal with braised dishes, game or mature cheese and whose longevity makes it a true collector's item. - Gerardo [TS10/17]

"Graticciaia is not just one of Italy's best wines, but also an historic one since it clearly brought into focus the up-until-then hidden qualities of the negroamaro grape. Uniquely creamy, with beyond-velvety tannins and loaded with aromas and flavours of strawberry jam, cherries macerated in alcohol and sage. Simply an exceptional wine." - Ian Domenico D'agata (Guida ai Miglori Vini d'Italia)

"Sparkling ruby with a slight garnet sheen. Opens with notes of dried mushrooms, some orange peel, fragrant, then shows fine notes of blackberries and dried herbs. Compact and dense on the palate, opens with dense tannin, of amazing elegance, fine red berries and fine melt characterize the wine in approach and course, long finish." - Falstaff

"The 2009 Graticciaia is one of the most distinctive wines to emerge from Puglia today. Fruit is sourced from ancient alberello or head-pruned vines and is air-dried on straw mats (called 'graticci' in Italian) for up to three weeks. Stylistically, the wine shares many of the dried fruit characteristics of Amarone from Northern Italy. This expression of Negroamaro delivers dark fruit aromas of prune, raisin, scorched earth and burnt almond shell. It ages in Allier and Never barrique for one year. The charred notes are very strong and come in stark contrast to the very noticeable jammy sweetness that this wine delivers to the palate. The finish is chewy, soft and very ripe.

Vallone is responsible for the only 'aia' wine of Puglia this is loosely inspired by the great 'aia' wines of Tuscany (Solaia, Ornellaia and Sassicaia) in terms of intensity and pedigree. But the winemaking methodology is completely different here. Vallone's Graticciaia is made with air-dried fruit similar to Amarone della Valpolicella. It represents a very special expression that will appeal to those who appreciate an extra dose of sunshine in their hot-climate red wines." - Robert Parkers Wine Advocate

6 Article Ordering Limitation.
The vintage in the product title text is binding.

0,75-LPrice incl. VAT (DE)  plus Shipping  contains Sulfites   14,5 % Vol.   in stock

´Graticciaia´ · Salento Rosso IGT 2016

  Careful selection of Negroamaro grapes from old vines and raised as seedlings. The grapes first ripen and then are stored on racks to dry. The name of the wine Graticciaia derives from the space where the grapes are stored on light wicker racks made of woven reeds. When drying is complete, the grapes are used to make wine. The physiological processes in the grape - and the fermentation of the grape must - must take place in late autumn, when the outside temperatures are lower, resulting in a completely different evolution than in traditional winemaking. The temperature of the grape must is strictly regulated during the slow fermentation and the first phase of aging takes place in small wooden barrels. - Gerardo [TS10/17]

Content information
Product name´Graticciaia´ · Salento Rosso IGT 2016, Agricole Vallone, Puglia
Herkunft Puglia / Lecce
ErzeugerAz. Agr. Vallone, Via XXV Luglio 7, I-73100 Lecce (LE)
Alkoholgehalt14,5 % Vol.
Rebsorte(n)100% Negroamaro
AusbauEdelstahltank, 12 Monate Barriquefass, Flaschenreife
Lagerpotenzial2031+
Serviertemperatur18-20 ° C.
VerschlussartKork
Vintage2016
Product typeDry Redwine
Contents0,75-L Bottle
Additives subject to declaration / AllergensContains sulfites

Food information
100 ml contain on average
Contains minor amounts of fat, saturated fat, protein and salt
Caloric value...
Carbohydrates...
thereof Sugar...
List of ingredients...
Stabilizers...
Antioxidants...
PreservativesSulfite
· according to EU regulation 2021/2117 as of 8.12.2023

Profile
NameAgricole Vallone
RegionPuglia
Founding Year1934
OwnerVittoria, Maria Teresa & Francesco Vallone
OenologistGraziana Grassini
Annual Production (Btls)550.000
Vineyard Area (Hectare)170
Additional PurchaseNo
CultivationConventional

Ratings
Gambero Rosso3/3
Duemilavini5/5
I Vini Di Veronelli3/3
Luca Maroni83/100
Merum3/5
Robert Parkers Wine Advocate92/100
· researched the best awards, these may concern another vintage

Taste Profile
FlavorDry, Fruity, Mild,

Additional Information
Limited6 Article Ordering Limitation.
VintageThe vintage in the product title text is binding.

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