“SUISASSI” Syrah Rosso Costa Toscana IGP 2021 (BIO) · 6 bottles in OWC

Duemani | Tuscany
Az. Vitivinicola Duemani S.a.r.l. | Loc. Ortacavoli | IT 56046 Riparbella

29322921 · 4,5 l · 187,56 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping2 units available

Duemani has only 7,000 Syrah vines – the smallest parcel on the estate, but perhaps the most precious. Suisassi, this enigmatic name, reminiscent of the sound of the nearby surf, stands for Elena's very personal vision: to create a Syrah that imitates neither the Rhône nor South Australia, but captures the Tuscan coast in all its wild beauty. Luca D'Attoma, who helped create Le Macchioles legendary Scrio as a consultant, applies the same philosophy here: 30 per cent of the grapes are fermented as whole bunches to increase the aromatic complexity, spontaneous yeast fermentation in conical oak vats and small 1,Liters tanks preserves the vibrancy of the fruit before the wine is left to rest for 20 months in French barriques.

The Suisassi 2021 reveals itself in the glass with a deep black purple colour and vibrant violet hues. The nose exudes an opulent bouquet: fleshy, dark fruits meet violets and ink, roasted venison joins liquorice, asphalt and exotic spices, while damp earth and slate notes add Mediterranean spice. The palate experiences a feast of textures – full-bodied and generous, waves of black and blue berries flow over the tongue, carried by creamy, silky tannins and invigorating freshness. Chocolate notes, gently smoked tobacco and hints of cola intertwine to create a multi-layered interplay of flavours. The finish impresses with its enormous length and precision, a powerful long-distance runner with the unmistakable stamp of its origin. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, darkening ruby red colour. The nose is fragrant with violets, blood oranges, rose hips and cherry juice, with elegant hints of rosemary and fresh oregano. Polished and very elegant on the palate, light-footed, with a lot of drinking flow, in the middle section on fine citrus flavours, comes in several waves, very lively and dynamic, finishing on fine stony notes." Falstaff

"The 2021 Syrah Suisassi is true to the grape variety, with nuances of dark fruits, spices, black pepper and medicinal herbs. Nevertheless, it is balanced on the palate and has supple tannins that give the wine a velvety smoothness. The wine is undoubtedly rich and concentrated. But I have the feeling that it carries most of its powerful fruit load with harmony." Wine Advocate

"The flavours of graphite, stems and black fruits are very attractive. Very refined. Medium-bodied with fine, firm tannins and a long, intense finish." James Suckling