Caccia al Piano 1868 (Berlucchi)
Bolgheri Ruit Hora 2023
| Denomination | DOC Bolgheri Rosso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Syrah |
| Aging | 18 months of maturation in barrique, followed by blending and a further 6 months of bottle ageing |
- Name and vintage: Bolgheri DOC Ruit Hora 2023, still red wine from Tuscany
- Grape blend: 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Syrah
- Aromas: blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry with notes of tobacco, oriental spices and oak wood
- Taste: dry, full and velvety, sweet and silky tannins, persistent finish
- Ageing and serving: 18 months in barrique and 6 months in bottle; decant for 1 hour at 14-18°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bolgheri Ruit Hora by Caccia al Piano is a still red wine of great structure, created from a meticulous blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah grapes. It boasts a complex aromatic profile, distinguished by notes of blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry, enhanced by hints of tobacco, oriental spices and undergrowth. On the palate, it is dry, full and velvety, supported by a sweet and well-integrated tannic structure. The sip evolves with balance, complemented by a lively freshness that leads to a long and persistent finish, characterised by pleasant fruity returns.
Where it comes from
The roots of this wine lie in Castagneto Carducci, at the heart of the renowned Bolgheri appellation in Tuscany. The vineyards thrive in an excellent Tuscan terroir, capable of imparting a decisive and distinctive character to the grapes. Caccia al Piano manages its rows with utmost care, carrying out separate harvesting and processing for each variety, with the greatest respect for the raw material. The soul of this land is expressed in the glass through a warm and enveloping flavour, endowed with remarkable longevity and destined for harmonious evolution over time.
How it is produced
The production process begins with a manual harvest carried out in several stages during September, keeping the varieties separate. After destemming, maceration and fermentation take place in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures for about two weeks. Once malolactic fermentation is complete, the wine matures for eighteen months in barrels, refining its structure and acquiring elegant spicy notes. After blending, it undergoes a further six months of bottle ageing, making it ideal for pairing with grilled meats and mature cheeses, preferably after an hour of decanting.
History and Curiosities
Originating from Castagneto Carducci, Bolgheri DOC Ruit Hora is an outstanding product of the renowned Caccia al Piano winery, founded in 1998. Under the expert guidance of Arturo Ziliani, the 2023 vintage masterfully expresses the purity of the Tuscan terroir. The quality of this wine is celebrated by international critics, as demonstrated by the 92 points from James Suckling and the prestigious three stars from Gambero Rosso, which establish it as a true oenological gem.
Awards
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2023
88/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2023
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2023
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1998
- Oenologist: Arturo Ziliani
- Bottles produced: 150.000
- Hectares: 23
This idea, which culminated with purchasing the Caccia al Piano estate in 2003, came across after visiting the San Biagio vineyard. This marvellous area enjoys a privileged position in the Bolgheri area and a fascinating view of the sea.
Since the beginning, Franco Ziliani's work was driven by the desire to patiently understand the terroir of Bolgheri, respecting what has already been done by the great protagonists who have made the wine of these lands famous. Today, the company is carried on by his children Cristina, Arturo and Paolo.
The Caccia al Piano estate is located in Castagneto Carducci in the town of Bolgheri and was created from the renovation of an ancient hunting estate owned by the noble Della Gherardesca family, dating back to 1868. Thanks to careful redevelopment work in full respect of the surrounding land, the farmhouse has been enlarged and transformed into the current headquarters of the winery. Read more
| Name | Caccia al Piano Bolgheri Ruit Hora 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Bolgheri DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Syrah |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Caccia al Piano 1868 (Berlucchi) |
| Story | History and Curiosities Originating from Castagneto Carducci, Bolgheri DOC Ruit Hora is an outstanding product of the renowned Caccia al Piano winery, founded in 1998. Under the expert guidance of Arturo Ziliani, the 2023 vintage masterfully expresses the purity of the Tuscan terroir. The quality of this wine is celebrated by international critics, as demonstrated by the 92 points from James Suckling and the prestigious three stars from Gambero Rosso, which establish it as a true oenological gem. |
| Origin | Castagneto Carducci (Livorno), Tuscany, Italy |
| Harvest | From early to late September |
| Fermentation | About two weeks |
| Production technique | Manual harvest in 12 kg crates; selection of grapes, destemming and maceration/alcoholic fermentation for about two weeks in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature, followed by malolactic fermentation; ageing for 18 months in barriques and a further 6 months in bottle. |
| Wine making | A careful selection of the grapes preceded destemming, followed by maceration in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature; alcoholic fermentation lasted for about two weeks, followed by racking and malolactic fermentation. |
| Aging | 18 months of maturation in barrique, followed by blending and a further 6 months of bottle ageing |
| Year production | 150000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |