Grattamacco, Bolgheri Superiore - 2020

Name: Grattamacco, Bolgheri Superiore
Brand: Not Applicable
SKU: 45410
Price: 126.99 USD
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Item # 45410 750 mL

Grattamacco was one of the first two wines in Bolgheri and was founded in 1977. The vineyards are located 330 feet above sea level on a wonderfully protected plot that spans over one of Bolgheri's only two hills. An iconic Super Tuscan and the flagship at the property.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2020

Country

Italy

Region

Tuscany

Producer

Not Applicable

Grape Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Merlot

Sangiovese

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Merlot

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Sangiovese

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Cabernet Sauvignon

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Tuscany

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