Today we share the iconic wines of Bibi Graetz. Starting back in 2000 Graetz began his his winery with a small, 5-acre vineyard on this hillside in Fiesole. Since his first release 25 years ago Graetz has become one of Tuscany’s cult winemakers without having any formal training in winemaking. His famed Testamatta and Colore bottling have made him an international success as these wines have been revered by critics across the globe. Today Bibi source’s from old vines in Tuscany as well as old vines from the Isola del Giglio which is a remote island that has ancient indigenous vines planted. His wines are crafted from traditional varieties of Sangiovese, Colorino, and Canaiolo for the reds and the indigenous varieties of Ansonica and Vermentino for his whites wines.
2023 brought some challenges in Tuscany, particularly with rains and frost. The 2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Testamatta’ Red Wine (OB, 96) is a dazzling effort that is built to age. I was blown away with the 2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Colore Bianco’ White Wine (OB, 98) which is a total show-stopper, loaded with texture and salty nuances. Learn more about these gorgeous new wines at http://www.bibigraetz.com Here are the incredible new release wines by Bibi Graetz.
2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Casamatta’ White Wine- The 2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Casamatta’ White Wine is a blend of several varietals, offering white peach and white florals on the nose alongside green melon. The palate is soft and refined with great structure and texture. Drink 2025-2031- 91
2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Testamatta’ White Wine- The outstanding 2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Testamatta’ White Wine offers a killer nose of mango and pineapple alongside kiwi and shades of green herbs on the nose. The palate is deep and concentrated with serious tension and salty nuance. The weight and length of this wine is simply outstanding. Drink 2025-2033- 95
2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Colore’ White WIne- A total show-stopper, the salty, stony and super-nuanced 2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Colore’ White Wine is a marvelous showing that still has so many decades of life in front of it. On the nose this shows orange peel alongside shades of salted lemon, freshly cut green melon and suggestions of lychee. The palate is plush and soft with a refined texture and great sense of elegance. This glides throughout the drinking experience. Seamless and gorgeous to enjoy now, watch this evolve over the next twenty years to come. Drink 2025-2042- 98
2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Bambole’ Trebbiano- The really good 2024 Bibi Graetz ‘Bambole’ Trebbiano offers forward melon and tropical fruits that combine wth shades of nectarine on the palate. Drink 2025-2031- 90
2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Casamata’ Red Wine- The 2023 ‘Casamata’ offers dried herbs and white pepper on the nose alongside shades of orange peel and bright red fruits. The palate is refined and elegant with a great mouthfeel and good sense of richness. Drink 2025-2032- 92
2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Sofocone di Vincilata’ Sangiovese- The 2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Sofocone di Vincilata’ Sangiovese is a soft and approachable wine that is showing beautifully right now. Juicy red fruits combine with coffee grounds on the palate. Drink 2025-2031- 91
2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Bambole’ Red Wine- This 2023 ‘Bambole’ was 20% whole cluster fermented. On the nose this takes on tobacco leaf alongside red fruits and shades of white pepper. The palate is soft and elegant with a smooth texture. Drink 2025-2032- 91
2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Testamata’ Red Wine- The 2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Testamata’ Red Wine comes from a slightly cooler vintage. On the nose this takes on herbal accents alongside shades of white pepper and meaty notes. The palate is soft and refined with a great elegance and smooth mouthfeel. Gorgeous now, with great red rose water and dried herbal notes, with a silky texture and marvelous salty nuance, enjoy over the next fifteen plus years to come. Drink 2025-2042- 96
2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Colore’ Red Wine- An ebullient new bottling, the 2023 Bibi Graetz ‘Colore’ Red Wine shows off beautiful red florals on the nose alongside white pepper, blackberry compote, smoked meats and suggestions of orange peel. The palate is weightless and smooth throughout the drinking experience. Nori and black truffle shaving flavors add to the nuance. A brilliant wine from this cooler vintage, enjoy now and over the next fifteen to twenty years. Drink 2026-2050- 99