Emilio Primo

2019 Bolgheri Red Blend

Terre Del Marchesato Emilio Primo is a captivating red blend hailing from the renowned Bolgheri region. This 2019 vintage showcases a ruby-red hue that entices the eye. With a medium-bodied profile, it presents a harmonious balance of velvety tannins and lively acidity, creating a wonderfully structured mouthfeel. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing delightful notes of ripe blackberries and dark plums, accented by whispers of spice and earthiness that reflect the unique terroir of Bolgheri. This red blend is dry, offering a pleasingly complex palate that evolves beautifully with every sip, making it an excellent choice for various culinary pairings.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

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

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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