Orders are available for pick-up at Restaurant Nicholas at 160 Route 35 South Red Bank, NJ 07701 during the following times:
Monday: 9:30-3:30; Tuesday – Friday: 9:15am – 9:00pm; Saturday: 11:00am – 9:00pm; Sunday: Closed
$29.00
Perhaps no producer has shaken Tuscany to its core quite like Bibi Graetz. If you remember our recent Bibi Graetz Testamatta offers, Bibi has begun to consistently out point the SuperTuscan Big Guns at a fraction of the price.
Only Solaia – north of $400 managed to out class it in James Suckling’s list of the Highest Rated 2016 SuperTuscans. But alas – with enormous scores follows scarcity – and our annual allotment of 26 six-packs sold out in just 4 days.
While the Testamatta is Bibi’s take on pure 100% Sangiovese – it is only technically a SuperTuscan since Brunello requires a small percentage of other grape varietals and Bibi has refused.
However, his purest attempt at SuperTuscan perfection is the Grilli – a blend of 60% Cabernet and 20% of both Merlot and Syrah all sourced from the heart of Chianti. Lucky for us – this one never made it onto the Suckling’s tasting table – otherwise today’s price would be something quite different.
Bibi bucks convention again by utilizing steel vats to preserve the fruit-forward and overt freshness of the wine. Notes of blackberry preserves and dark plum dominate. Don’t miss out, BIG RED fans. This one is a winner.
The Bibi Graetz bargains are bound to end soon. With him ramping up land purchasing and leasing less, prices will inevitably be on the rise. That and you know, the mountains of press from some of the world’s stingiest critics, who all can’t get enough of Bibi Graetz’s work of art in a bottle.
Out of stock
Don't worry! Enter your email and we'll notify you when it's available again or if we have very similar products from this producer.
Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Always the one with the most personality of the bunch, this is what Wine Enthusiast had to say about the 2021 release: “This extremely ripe and bold style of Pinot Noir will please those seeking such lushness. Dark in the glass, it begins with black cherry, toasty caramel and cola milk shake aromas.” The cool, coastal days and abundance of sunshine lines up perfectly for a wine that has a good natural acidic backbone, with bold fruit-forward flavors. In an easy 2021 vintage, Joe Wagner had a field day with this single-vineyard beauty.
This is a sensational single-vineyard Merlot made from incredibly tiny clusters, full of some of the most elegant, intensely structured fruit from high atop Sonoma Mountain. Beautiful weight and balance with aromas of blueberries, black currants, sage and a hint of cocoa. It’s got a full, plush mouthfeel, pristine and vibrant fruit and a wonderful smooth finish. Thanks to Chad’s big bet on himself, he was able to make a knockout Sonoma Mountain beauty, without the need for any middleman, helping us to enjoy one of his best creations at an outstanding price.
Anne Sery describes her Trousse Chemise Cabernets as an ode to the Left Bank and her winemaking roots. It’s a beautiful and fresh Cabernet with aromas that leap from the glass with of black raspberry, violets, and creme de liquor notes. The mouth gives generous amounts of juicy black fruits at the core with hints of baking spice and a smooth, savory finish. This is a terrific partner for just about anything from hard cheese, to poultry, summer salads, you name it!
In the 2020 vintage in Gevrey-Chambertin, yields were super low and temperatures were hotter than most Burgundian winemakers are accustomed. Many picked too late when the sugars were high and the fruit really ripe, but that was not the play. Still, Ann remained as cool in those hot temps as she did so many years ago in Napa, concentrating more on acid levels than sugars and picking at just the right time. This wine is absolutely singing – it’s an age-worthy beauty that should be even better in 4-7 years.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.