“Il Borro” Rosso Toscana IGT 2021 (BIO)

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

29592121 · 0,75 l · 65,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

When Ferruccio Ferragamo took over the dilapidated Borgo from the Duke of Savoy-Aosta in 1993, it was more than just a property purchase. It was, as he himself put it, "an act of faith". Thirty years on, the house's flagship wine embodies this spirit in every bottle: a commitment to uncompromising elegance. Its creation was preceded by a meticulous geological study. Each grape variety was planted where the soil best brings out its strengths: Merlot for velvety opulence, Cabernet Sauvignon for structure and depth, Syrah for freshness and aromatic lift. Separate vinification, followed by blending – a blend that bears the hallmark of the Valdarno. The wines mature for eighteen months in French oak – the Merlot partly in larger casks to preserve its fruit, the Cabernet and Syrah in first- and second-use barriques. The result is neither a copy nor a rival to Bolgheri or Chianti, but something entirely unique.

The 2021 vintage marks a high point so far: a deep ruby red with violet highlights. Orange zest, violets and redcurrants lead the way, followed by a hint of graphite. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, yet displays a precision that reveals this wine's longevity. It will need a few more years to develop fully, but those who open a bottle now will already experience why this wine is the legacy of a vision. SUPERIORE.DE

"A brilliant ruby red with a sparkling core. On the nose, it is appealing, with notes of toasted hazelnuts and precious woods, reminiscent of cold butter, followed by wild berries and cherries – inviting. On the palate, it has a distinct fruity core, a delicate blackcurrant aroma, and firm, grippy tannins from the onset through to the finish, with plenty of intensity in the aftertaste." Falstaff

"Black cherries and blackberries, followed by dark chocolate and espresso on the nose, give way to a multi-layered palate with more cherries and berries, anchored by spicy, earthy and salty notes. The tannins are tightly wound but polished to a shine, floating in the company of light acidity and a quiet, rumbling warmth beneath." Wine Enthusiast

"The Il Borro 2021 displays well-balanced fruit, with notes of blackberries, green spices and baking chocolate. This wine benefits from the cooler growing conditions at an altitude of 350 to 500 metres, with significant daily temperature fluctuations and afternoon breezes. The fruit is intense in this vintage, and this full-bodied red wine finishes with elegant, chalky tannins." Wine Advocate

"The aromas of orange peel, violets and redcurrants, with a hint of graphite, are enticing and give way to a medium-bodied wine with ultra-fine tannins and a fresh, concentrated finish. I love the texture of the tannins." James Suckling