San Felice
Bolgheri Superiore 2022
| Denomination | DOC Bolgheri Rosso Superiore |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Aging | 18 months in French oak barriques |
- Blend and designation: Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon, Bolgheri Superiore DOC
- Vinification: 25 days maceration and 18 months ageing in French oak barriques
- Sensory profile: intense ruby red colour, notes of ripe fruit, liquorice and cocoa
- Taste and structure: full and dense on the palate, silky and enveloping tannins, alcohol content 14%
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour, serve at 16-18°C with meat, game and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bell’Aja Bolgheri Superiore is a still red wine created from a meticulous blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. An authentic expression of Bolgheri Rosso Superiore, this wine by San Felice stands out in the glass for its deep ruby red colour. The aromatic profile opens with intense scents of ripe fruit, enriched by spicy notes of liquorice and delicate hints of cocoa. On the palate, it reveals a balanced texture, offering a full and dense sip, supported by silky and enveloping tannins.
Where it comes from
This red is produced at the San Felice estate, specifically in the Le Sondraie area, a highly renowned zone in the heart of Bolgheri, Tuscany. The grapes come from the estate’s best plots, cultivated using the spur-pruned cordon system. The uniqueness of the territory is reflected in the roots of the vines, which thrive in a distinctive silty-sandy soil, essential for giving the wine its precise territorial identity. This geological matrix encourages harmonious development, combining drinkability with a defined structure.
How it is produced
The process begins with fermentation with maceration on the skins for twenty-five days, aimed at extracting colour and structure. Afterwards, the wine matures for eighteen months in French oak barrels, to consolidate and evolve the tannins. This method, combined with balanced acidity, ensures its stability over time. The result is a harmonious sip, with a strong ageing potential that can reach up to fifteen years.
History and Curiosities
The 2022 vintage of Bell’Aja Bolgheri Superiore originates from the finest plot of the San Felice estate, in the Le Sondraie area. Dominated by Merlot, this elegant red, crafted by oenologist Leonardo Bellaccini, expresses the character of the local silty-sandy soils. After careful maceration, the slow 18-month maturation in French oak barriques imparts a dense structure and silky tannins. Awarded 90 points by Wine Spectator, it boasts an extraordinary ageing potential, capable of evolving masterfully for up to 15 years.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1968
- Oenologist: Leonardo Bellaccini
- Hectares: 188
Our winemaker, Leonardo Bellaccini, has pioneered many unique practices. Importantly he sees distinctive characteristics in each of San Felice’s undulating slopes and he treats each vine within the vineyard individually. Having identified five macro-areas Leonardo and his team has planted the grape varieties which thrive in the specific geography and soil. Read more
| Name | Bell'Aja Bolgheri Superiore 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Bolgheri DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | San Felice |
| Story | History and Curiosities The 2022 vintage of Bell’Aja Bolgheri Superiore originates from the finest plot of the San Felice estate, in the Le Sondraie area. Dominated by Merlot, this elegant red, crafted by oenologist Leonardo Bellaccini, expresses the character of the local silty-sandy soils. After careful maceration, the slow 18-month maturation in French oak barriques imparts a dense structure and silky tannins. Awarded 90 points by Wine Spectator, it boasts an extraordinary ageing potential, capable of evolving masterfully for up to 15 years. |
| Origin | Località Le Sondraie, Bolgheri (Livorno) |
| Soil composition | Silty-sandy soil typical of the area |
| Cultivation system | Spur-pruned cordon |
| Harvest | September 2022 |
| Fermentation | 25 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation and maceration, followed by ageing in French oak barriques |
| Wine making | Fermentation and maceration for 25 days, followed by 18 months of ageing in French oak barriques. |
| Aging | 18 months in French oak barriques |
| Total acidity | 6.3 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |