2012 Bibi Graetz Colore Year of Dragon Edition
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Body: full-bodied. Like most red wines from ; 14% alcohol.
Tannin: firm. Aged in oak.
Sweetness: dry. Red wine from is almost always dry.
Acidity: fairly high. The warm climate of .
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Bibi Graetz, based in Florence, works with old vineyards in high-altitude plots in Tuscany. He focuses on native grape varieties and selects fruit from very old vines to create wines with finesse, energy, and terroir expression. His flagship Cuvée Colore is among Italy's most sought-after wines and is produced exclusively in vintages that meet his high quality standards. More information about this winery can be found under the Winery tab.
2012 Bibi Graetz Colore Year of Dragon Edition
The 2012 Colore is a special Year of Dragon Edition of this iconic Tuscan blend, produced in limited numbers.
Origin and composition
Colore is an equal blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo, and Colorino. The fruit comes from three historic vineyards with old vines: Lamole in Chianti Classico, Vincigliata, and Siena. In 2012, the berries were relatively large for Sangiovese, contributing elegance and refinement to a warm and powerful vintage. Only 5,000 bottles were produced.
The 2012 vintage
2012 was warm and generous in Tuscany. The year's natural richness is tempered by selection and precision, keeping the wine compact and controlled. The texture is slightly leaner than in some other warm vintages, creating tension and balance.
Color, smell and taste
Deep ruby red with a slight evolution at the rim. The nose reveals notes of wild berries and dried cherries, complemented by roasted spices and a distinct mineral undertone. The palate is powerful yet refined, with a compact core of red fruit and an elegant structure. The tannins are present yet well-integrated, and the finish shows length and a subtle spicy complexity.
Structure and storage potential
This 2012 combines ripeness with finesse and has ageing potential until around 2035. The wine develops towards more tertiary aromas while retaining its fresh core.
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If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you this information when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16 motorway, with ample parking. Click here for our address.
You can read the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator, among others. Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers. In the "Food" tab, you'll find advice on what to consider for the perfect wine-and-spice pairing, as well as several dish suggestions from our Sommelier.
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Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 94
Reviewed by:
Monica Larner
Drink Date:
2018 - 2035
The 2012 Colore is on the market now. Production of 2013 and 2014 was skipped, and the next vintage we shall see (very soon) is 2015, which is also reviewed in this report. This vintage produced large berry sizes for Sangiovese—something Bibi Graetz is always happy to see because it is an indicator of elegance and finesse within the context of the house style. If you consider this wine, his observation makes perfect sense. This warm vintage is powerful and rich in its natural state, so any additional berry density might easily lead to overextraction and heaviness. However, the mouthfeel is objectively thinner and more compact in this vintage. Colore represents a blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino in equal parts. The bouquet is redolent of wild berry, dried cherry and toasted spice. This vintage offers a very attractive mineral note as well. Fruit is selected from three of Bibi Graetz's favorite vineyards with ancient vines: Lamole (in Chianti Classico), Vincigliata and Siena. Only 5,000 bottles were made.
Published: Sep 25, 2018
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James Suckling
Score
95
Bibi Graetz Toscana Colore 2012
Friday, Apr 09, 2021
Color
Red
Country
Italy
Region
Tuscany
Vintage
2012
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Some pine needle with mushroom and dried earth. Fresh and bright. Medium-bodied with firm, fine tannins and a fresh, vivid finish. Lovely length and brightness. Drink now.
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The Bibi Greatz winery was founded in 2000 in the town of Fiesole in Tuscany. Bibi Graetz is considered one of the most talented winemakers in Tuscany. His father is Israeli and his mother Norwegian, but he was born and raised in Florence. He lives in part of the beautiful old castle with his Norwegian wife and 4 children.
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Bibi comes from a family of artists, until he himself decided to take a different path and left the winemaker profession behind. He bought an 8 hectare vineyard with 60 year old vines. Today Graetz is one of the biggest names in Tuscany. The labels on the bottles show that Bibi Graetz comes from an artistic family, as he painted the images on the labels himself. The wines are rare and limited. Testamatta production from just 10,000 bottles per year.
Deze 2012 Colore opent met wilde bessen en gedroogde kersen, aangevuld met geroosterde specerijen en een duidelijke minerale ondertoon; de wijn is middelgroot van body, heeft fijne stevige tannines en een frisse, levendige finish die elegantie en concentratie bindt. Dankzij die frisse zuren en rijpe tannines snijdt hij mooi door het vet van rundvlees, lam en charcuterie en versterkt hij de tomaat- en umamilagen van pasta en pizza, waardoor zowel gegrild of rosé geserveerd vlees als rijkere sauzen in balans komen. Bereidingen die extra goed werken zijn herb-geroosterd lamsvlees of langzaam gegaard stoofvlees, gegrilde entrecote of flank steak met zwarte peper, een klassieke ragu of een woodfired pizza met pikante salami en gerijpte kazen zoals pecorino.
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