“Ilatraia 20 anni” Rosso Maremma Toscana IGT 2021 (BIO)

Casa Brancaia in Maremma | Tuscany
Brancaia s.a. a r.l. | Loc. Poppi | IT 53017 Radda in Chianti

09322421 · 0,75 l · 72,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available

The first vintage was released in 2001. A wine that had no history yet, only a conviction: that the Maremma, with Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, could express something that Tuscany had not yet heard. Twenty years on, with the 2021 vintage, Brancaia takes stock in silence – and has given this particular release the suffix ‘20 anni’. Over two decades, the vines have driven their roots deep into the sandy loam soil of the Maremma. No artificial water – only what the soil stores in winter and releases in summer. The vines have learnt to cope with the heat. The grapes are becoming more concentrated, the tannins finer, the character more distinctive. This is the promise made in 2001 – and which the 2021 vintage fulfils.

An intense ruby red. The bouquet offers dark fruit, both powerful and silky, with fine tannins and a lush, long final. An anniversary vintage that demonstrates the fruits of twenty years of patience and hard work. SUPERIORE.DE

"An exciting opening with aromas of wild berries, black cherries and liquorice, followed by notes of Mediterranean flora; it combines character and elegance and delights with its precise development, fruity spice and length." Vinum

"A brilliant, very deep ruby colour with violet hues. An open bouquet with plenty of spice, reminiscent of coriander seeds and a hint of allspice, followed by robust notes of black cherry and cocoa. Intense on the palate, full-bodied throughout, it opens up and grips the palate; the tannins are hearty, with a juicy mouthfeel and a long finish." Falstaff

"A light, crisp, almost racy red wine with aromas and flavours of blackcurrants, blackberries, violets and spices. Firm yet well-balanced, with a slight hint of tannins." Wine Spectator

"The nose is rich and opulent, with aromas of vanilla, milk chocolate, Luxardo cherries and fresh coffee. On the palate, there is a balanced interplay between fresh berries and earthy notes, followed by a compellingly bitter finish of orange peel dipped in dark chocolate. A supple acidity complements the fine-grained tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"The Ilatraia 2021, Brancaia’s flagship wine from the Maremma, is a fine example of the appellation. Black cherry, plum, espresso, liquorice and dark chocolate fill the palate. This young, vibrant, exotic red wine needs time to show itself at its best." Vinous

"The Brancaia 2021 Ilatraia is a blend of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. I like the redesigned front label on this vintage. It is a powerful and generous wine with sweet fruit, blackberry jam, baking spices and a hint of pipe tobacco. The Ilatraia hits the palate with power, but the tannins are gently integrated, resulting in a full-bodied yet velvety finish." Wine Advocate

"Aromas of blackcurrants, iodine and oyster shells come through clearly, as does graphite. Medium- to full-bodied and creamy, with a fine, velvety tannin structure and a lively finish. Flattering on the palate." James Suckling