94 Points from James Suckling!
A delightful nose of blueberries, herbs, dark cherries, wild herbs and hints of earth. It’s medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins. Frank and transparent with fresh, crunchy blue fruit at the center. Lively and precise, with a laser-focused finish.
Tasting Notes: The nose has a distinct currant quality with a hint of capsicum framing cedar and brambly fruit. On the palate there is plum, more currant toasted seeds followed by powdered cocoa on the finish. This vintage is somewhat reminiscent of our 2011 bottling that has proven to be our most age worthy Gemellaia. We believe this wine will also reward patience in the cellar
Gemellaia: The history of growing Bordeaux varieties in Italy goes back for centuries, but it wasn’t until the 1970’s that anyone noticed internationally. The story of how Super-Tuscans evolved is that of legend, with entire books devoted to the subject. These Tuscan wines typically highlight a Bordeaux variety all by itself or blended with Sangiovese. Gemellaia is a barrel selection from our finest lots in the winery. Super-Tuscan inspired, it melds Sangiovese’s acid and tannin structure with the soft, generous fruit of Merlot from two special vineyards.
Giornata Wines...Inspired by Italy - Crafted in California
