2008 Colore del Testamatta

Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino. As in many parts of France, a disjointed growing season with poor weather in the spring and generally cooler conditions throughout. As in 2007, an ‘Indian’ summer came to the rescue with the harvest starting mid September and finishing late October. Graetz noted that 2008 is a wine that he modelled the 2018 blend on. From a cooler vintage, this seems to suit the style of Colore very well. Soft tannins and restraint are evident, along with soft, ripe, plum fruit on the palate and violet on the nose. There is depth here but there is also less concentration. Very elegant and refined. (AH)