Bolgheri Doc
BOLGHERI
Denominazione di Origine Controllata
GRAPE VARIETY
Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
TASTING NOTES
The winter of 2020 at Bolgheri was characterised by mild temperatures and abundant rainfall. There were no frost problems, although some nights in March were close to zero. The spring was warm with normal rainfall, which favoured regular plant development right up to flowering. The last rains arrived in mid-June before a hot and dry summer. Rainfall did not return until the end of August, with temperatures dropping towards the middle of September. The grapes for the 2020 Campo alla Giostra were harvested at the end of September when they were fully ripe to ensure maximum fruit potential. After selection in the vineyard, the grapes were taken to the cellar for vinification. Alcoholic fermentation took place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with daily pumping over to encourage extraction of colour and aromas. Malolactic fermentation then takes place. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels (50% new, 50% one year old) for 18 months, followed by a further 6 months in bottle.
ORIGIN OF THE NAME
The name Campo alla Giostra "dei cavalli" is in honor of the 20th general of Varenne, born in 1995, who was raised by Dubois in the stables of the Estate.
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