Colore Bibi Graetz 2021

Colore Bibi Graetz 2021

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  • Jane Anson rating 100
  • The Wine Independent rating 99
  • Jancis Robinson rating 97
  • Vinous rating 94
Colore Bibi Graetz 2021
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HED94565

75 cl

14%
£180.00
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The Bibi Graetz 2021 Colore is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes from old vines. The winemaking process and oak treatment closely mirror that of his other prestigious red, Testamatta. For this particular wine, the grapes are sourced from the elevated Lamole region, perched at an impressive 600 meters above sea level. Some of the vineyards face south, situated high on the mountainside. Colore embodies the vibrant essence and vitality of Sangiovese, unveiling notes of violet, wild cherry, and hints of orange zest. It reveals an earthy dimension and offers a well-defined texture, driven by exceptionally fine and smooth tannins, and finishing on a sweet cherry note. Bibi Graetz has meticulously refined this wine over the years, aspiring to capture the quintessential benchmark for Sangiovese.
100 Jane Anson
The heart of the old vines for Colore (50% or more in most vintages) come from the highest village in Chianti, Lamole, up at 600m, and it's this location, combined with Bibi Graetz's intuitive, handsoff winemaking style, that make this wine so distinctive, and so unlike many other Super Tuscans. Jewel-like is how I always describe this particular bottle, hoping to convey its translucent ruby colour, and its fragrant, delicate and juicy depiction of freshly cut herbs, soft spices, red berry fruits studded with mandarin, grapefruit, slate, lemongrass and fresh tobacco leaf. From a 58ha estate, Colore comes from the oldest vineyards of Sangiovese that range up to 135 years old.Jane Anson6th November 2025
99 The Wine Independent
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!Lisa Perrotti-Brown21st August 2023
97 Jancis Robinson
From one of my personal favorite vintages comes the Bibi Graetz 2021 Colore. This Sangiovese-based wine offers vertical intensity, energy and remarkable freshness. It also shows a polished quality to the palate that translates into a long, finely tuned finish. There is plenty of berry fruit and balance, yet the wine shows enough structure to pair with roast duck breast or guinea fowl.Monica Larner30th October 2025
94 Vinous
Hauntingly dark and alluring, the 2021 Colore entices with a blend of dusty violets and lavender, giving way to dried blueberries and sweet smoke. It washes across the palate with textures of pure silk, finessed and lifted in feel, with depths of tart wild berry fruit that saturate. Brisk acidity adds balance, and hints of licorice form toward the close. While firm, the 2021’s tannins are crunchy and crisp, adding structural tension without taking away from its undeniably pretty persona. This finishes with outstanding length and a sour cranberry tinge that puckers the cheeks. The future is bright, but patience is required.Eric Guido5th March 2024

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