2013 Bibi Graetz Testamatta Sangiovese

97 POINTS

James Suckling

Very aromatic and exciting with citrus rind, plums, cedar and rose petals. Full body, fine and silky tannins and a long and beautiful finish. Love the persistence and intensity. Salty undertone at the end. Needs two to three years to open.

95 POINTS

Stephen Brook - Decanter

An exceptional wine from an exceptional year. The nose is zesty and seductive with enticing cherry aromas. Fresh, lively and concentrated, it has integrated tannins, lifted acidity and exemplary balance, still showing tension and clarity. Excellent length.

93 POINTS

Monica Larner - Wine Advocate

Bibi Graetz applies his unique winemaking philosophy to a can-do-no-wrong vintage. The 2013 Testamatta (100% Sangiovese) opens to a deep and dark ruby color and smoky aromas of cigar ash, crushed stone, licorice, grilled herb and dried cassis. Make no mistake: This is one of the most original and off-the-radar expressions of Sangiovese you will ever taste. There is managed rusticity here that matches the imperfection and the undeniable beauty of the artwork that graces its label. Those bright blue and yellow brush strokes offer major contrast, yet together they reach harmony. That seems to be the overriding message of this wine that is otherwise loaded with personality and charm.

90 POINTS

Wine Spectator

A ripe style, delivering black cherry, plum, spice, tobacco and char flavors. Dense and firm, remaining fresh and long in the end. Needs to shed a little oak. Sangiovese. Best from 2018 through 2023. 1,500 cases made.

Jancis Robinson MW

100% Sangiovese from more than 35-year-old vines. Dark crimson. Strong damson notes. Lots of life and raciness with an undertow of chestnuts. Very chewy. Lots of energy. Masses of acidity, and quite a bit of tannins. Score: 16.5/20