“Alessandro dal Borro” Syrah Valdarno di Sopra DOC 2018 (BIO) · MAGNUM in gift box

Il Borro | Tuscany
Il Borro s.r.l. s.a. | Loc. il Borro 1 | IT 52024 San Giustino Valdarno

29592318 · 1,5 l · 152,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping6 units available

When Archduke Ferdinand enfeoffed General Alessandro dal Borro with the castle in 1644, it returned to the Dal Borro family. Alessandro was regarded as the scourge of the Turks; it was under his leadership that the fortress was rebuilt. After his death, his descendants inherited the estate, and when the family line died out, it passed to the Grand Ducal Crown. Today, an organically grown Syrah bears his name, sourced from a single vineyard at the estate's highest elevation, with low yields and a gravelly, stony soil. The grapes are harvested by hand into 10-kilo crates and fermented in stainless steel; the wine is then aged for 24 months in French barriques – 70% new and 30% previously used – followed by a further four months in stainless steel. The 2018 vintage followed a warm, rainy winter and a similarly wet spring; the summer and autumn were consistent, allowing the grapes to ripen perfectly.

A deep purplish-red colour with violet highlights. The bouquet is robust yet elegant, with aromas of red and black berries, a hint of undergrowth, and a finish of green and black pepper that gives way to balsamic notes. Rich, complex and powerful on the palate, well-balanced with elegant tannins. A general does not travel alone, and neither does this Syrah in its magnum: it needs a lavish feast and guests who are willing to take their time. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich, deep, dark ruby-violet colour. Opens with notes of black pepper and allspice, followed by rich blueberries, with slightly resinous notes in the background. On the palate, it is powerful and dense, round and supple, with dark fruit; it unfolds with plenty of fine-grained, dense tannins and a long finish." Falstaff

"The 2018 Alessandro dal Borro Syrah captivates with an earthy bouquet. Notes of crushed violets and lavender complement blackberries and smoky gravel, underscored by a hint of blood orange that unfolds over time in the glass. On the palate, it unfolds with waves of ripe wild berries; it is juicy and lively, yet remains serious and refined, whilst crisp minerality and a hint of tart citrus provide additional depth. The 2018 vintage finishes with medium length, soft tannins and hints of cocoa and spices, whilst a slightly bitter finish leaves the palate craving more. The Alessandro dal Borro Syrah was bottled exclusively in magnum bottles." Vinous

"Although the 2018 vintage is slightly thinner than past vintages, that's not saying much given the oversize delivery of dark fruit, black pepper, barbecue spice and smoked bacon that you get here." Wine Advocate

"The nose is powerfully spicy and earthy, with aromas of hot tar, wild herbs, balsamic vinegar, black sesame, togarashi and tart blackberries. On the palate, ripe, sweet blackberries and black cherries dominate, then the salty, spicy notes return, and finally, heat and acidity lend energy to the finish with hints of dark chocolate. A multi-layered, complex vintage that inspires confidence in what Syrah could yet become here." Wine Enthusiast

"This wine is very elegant and complex, with a distinct Syrah character that manifests itself in notes of berries, grilled meat, flowers and dried earth. It is medium-bodied, with fantastic depth and length, as well as wonderfully fine tannins. A total of 2,245 magnum bottles were bottled. Made from organically grown grapes. It is ready to drink now, but will age beautifully." James Suckling