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One of the hottest names in Tuscany today is Fabio Motta – a man who used to be known as the son-in-law of the famed Michele Satta – but that’s not really the full story. Fabio had already earned his degree in agriculture when he first began working harvests in Tuscany back in 2001.
His early labors were modest, despite his education, he primarily cleaned and watched and learned (and watched and learned). But by 2005, he had been tapped by one of Bolgheri’s elite, Michele Satta – increasingly earning his trust for larger and larger roles.
So much so that in 2009 Fabio married his mentor’s daughter and the ‘dowry’ would be nothing short of breathtaking. His father-in-law held the lease on a very special though modest-in-size vineyard, which he entrusted to his new son-in-law.
Fabio released his first vintage (the 2010) to much fanfare – almost immediately cementing his stature among the latest crop of up and comers in Tuscany’s already rich wine scene. These biodynamic wines are phenomenal – always striking amazing balance between finesse and power.
Fabio Motta is a new name in Bolgheri that came into being thanks to one of the most celebrated names in the appellation: his father-in-law, Michele Satta. Fabio earned his degree in agricultural sciences in Milan, and in 2001 he came to the Tuscan Coast to work a harvest. By 2005, he had returned to Bolgheri under the employment of Michele Satta, and he worked for him until 2009, eventually marrying Michele’s daughter. His father-in-law held the lease on a vineyard called Pievi (four hectares) and eventually handed it over to Fabio. That’s when this young man decided to break out on his own. Fabio’s first vintage made on his own was 2010. -Parker’s Wine Advocate
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94+ Points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
The Fabio Motta 2019 Bolgheri Superiore Le Gonnare is 85% Merlot and 15% Syrah that fermented in cement and finished with 18 months of barrique (of which only 25% is new oak). This elegant expression plays its best assets in terms of mouthfeel with a very compact, firm and pinpoint approach. With 6,600 bottles released, this Tuscan red displays bright cherry, salty mineral and baking spice. The delivery of those aromas is careful and subtle.
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94 Points, Tasting Panel
This is a really exciting new release in the collection of single-vineyards from the Wagner Family, and arguably the most interesting one of the bunch. This is the only Pinot Noir in the Caymus collection that has the advantage of being from a natural Pinot Noir haven in the Russian River Valley. Dairyman Vineyard’s proximity to the pacific ocean, with its morning fog and afternoon coastal breezes allows for an even and elongated growing season, with super concentrated and expressive grape clusters that help make this Dijon clone Pinot Noir one that you need.
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.
90 Points, James Suckling
Damien has crafted a delicious Médoc, full of character with dense black currant and cherry fruit, cedar, tobacco and wonderful complexity. It’s silky complexion is what pushes it over the edge (and, of course, the price!) It doesn’t hurt that it comes from a 95-point Left Bank vintage that the Wine Advocate declared, “outstanding.”
The secret to Philippe’s tightly wound, complex Pinot Noir is a combo of ancient vines, natural farming techniques, and low yields. The wines are built to age, with incredible tension and length. And the secret to me securing his other-wordly 2017 old-vine Gevry-Chambertin can be chalked up to a great relationship and over a decade supporting superior Burgundian winemaking. The wine is scary good. The nose is wild, filled with spiced dark raspberries, red flowers, and baking spices. The palate is elegant and racy, with a dynamic tension that runs right through its minute-long finish. This is a high-toned, wound-up Pinot, that is starting to hit its prime and is really turning out to be a ‘must-have’ for true Burgundy lovers.
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