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Camartina

2016 Bolgheri Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Querciabella Camartina 2016 from Bolgheri is a captivating red wine that beautifully showcases the harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This full-bodied wine boasts a bright acidity that invigorates the palate, while its fruit intensity presents a delightful array of blackcurrant and plum notes, perfectly balanced by subtle hints of earthiness. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that supports the complex flavors and ensures a graceful aging potential. With its dry profile, Querciabella Camartina is not only enjoyable on its own but also makes for a fantastic pairing with rich dishes such as grilled lamb or hearty pastas. This wine truly exemplifies the elegance and depth that the Bolgheri region is renowned for.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

Region:


Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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