2022 Bibi Graetz Testamatta

The 2022 Bibi Graetz Testamatta is one of Tuscany’s most characterful expressions of Sangiovese, crafted by one of Italy’s most adventurous and sought-after winemakers. This is a refined yet vibrant red that marries Tuscan tradition with a distinctly contemporary, artistic spirit. Sourced from some of the region’s oldest high-altitude vineyards, it offers purity, energy and finesse in a style that has become a modern benchmark for Tuscan reds.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2022 Testamatta shows a luminous, deep ruby hue with youthful purple reflections at the rim, signaling its energy and freshness. The nose is immediately expressive and perfumed: wild red cherries, ripe strawberries and pomegranate are layered with violet petals, dried herbs, blood orange zest and a subtle hint of crushed stone and spice. On the palate, the wine is both silky and intensely focused, with a graceful medium to full body. Juicy red and black cherry flavors are wrapped around a spine of lively acidity and fine, chalky tannins. Notes of red plum, raspberry, licorice, thyme and a touch of tobacco and graphite unfold with air, leading to a long, precise finish that’s both savory and mouthwatering. While already seductive in its youth, the structure and balance suggest very good aging potential; over the next 10–15 years, expect the fruit to deepen, the florals and spice to become more complex, and the tannins to meld into a beautifully polished texture.

Production
Testamatta is sourced primarily from old-vine Sangiovese parcels planted on stony, well-drained soils in high-altitude sites across Tuscany, many of them around Fiesole and the hills overlooking Florence. These sites benefit from cooling breezes and significant diurnal temperature shifts, which preserve acidity and aromatic intensity in the grapes. Harvesting is done by hand, with strict selection in the vineyard and again at the winery to ensure only perfectly ripe, pristine fruit makes it into the final blend. Fermentations typically take place in open-top vats or small tanks, emphasizing gentle extraction to retain purity of fruit and fine tannin. Aging is carried out in a careful mix of mostly used oak—often large casks and neutral barriques—to add texture and complexity without overshadowing the vivid, red-fruited character that defines Testamatta.

Food & Serving
This 2022 Testamatta is a versatile yet elevated partner at the table, shining alongside Tuscan-inspired dishes and refined, simple cuisine. Think bistecca alla fiorentina, grilled lamb chops with rosemary, roast pork with fennel, or classic ragù over pappardelle. It also works beautifully with hard aged cheeses such as pecorino Toscano, mature Parmigiano-Reggiano, and charcuterie. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatics and freshness. For optimal enjoyment in its youth, decant for 1–2 hours to allow the nose to open and the tannins to soften; as it gains bottle age, a shorter decant or simply opening the bottle ahead of serving will be sufficient.

Producer
Bibi Graetz is one of Italy’s most exciting and unconventional producers, known for bringing an artistic, free-spirited approach to some of Tuscany’s greatest vineyards. Working from his base in Fiesole, just above Florence, Graetz began in the late 1990s with a focus on old vines and indigenous varieties, particularly Sangiovese, sourced from high-altitude, low-yielding parcels. In a relatively short time, his wines—especially Testamatta—have become modern icons of Tuscan winemaking, consistently earning international acclaim for their purity, elegance and individuality. By championing old-vine fruit and meticulous, small-batch craftsmanship, Bibi Graetz has carved out a distinctive place in Tuscan wine, standing slightly apart from both traditional Chianti and the classic “Super Tuscan” model, yet deeply rooted in the region’s history and terroir.

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