2018 Tua Rita "Redigaffi", Tuscany, Italy
ABOUT THIS WINE
Crafted from 100% Merlot, Redigaffi is widely recognized as one of Italy’s greatest expressions of the varietal, often compared to the finest Pomerols. The 2018 vintage benefits from the ideal climate of Suvereto, Tuscany, where warm Mediterranean breezes and mineral-rich soils contribute to the wine’s complexity and structure. The vineyards, planted on a mix of clay, silt, and iron-rich gravel, produce low-yielding grapes of exceptional concentration.
The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, followed by fermentation in small oak vats. After malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels, the wine matures for 18-20 months in 100% new French oak, adding depth and finesse. The result is a wine of seamless balance, richness, and purity, capable of evolving beautifully over the next 15-20 years.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Founded in 1984 by Rita Tua and Virgilio Bisti, Tua Rita is a benchmark estate in the Super Tuscan movement. Located in Suvereto, on the Tuscan coast, the winery is known for its low-intervention philosophy, meticulous vineyard management, and dedication to producing world-class wines. Redigaffi made history when its 2000 vintage became the first Italian wine to receive a perfect 100-point score from Robert Parker.
The estate follows organic farming principles, with a focus on single-vineyard expressions and small-lot vinification. Each vintage reflects the unique terroir of the region, showcasing the richness and elegance that define Tua Rita’s signature style.
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ABOUT THIS WINE
Crafted from 100% Merlot, Redigaffi is widely recognized as one of Italy’s greatest expressions of the varietal, often compared to the finest Pomerols. The 2018 vintage benefits from the ideal climate of Suvereto, Tuscany, where warm Mediterranean breezes and mineral-rich soils contribute to the wine’s complexity and structure. The vineyards, planted on a mix of clay, silt, and iron-rich gravel, produce low-yielding grapes of exceptional concentration.
The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, followed by fermentation in small oak vats. After malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels, the wine matures for 18-20 months in 100% new French oak, adding depth and finesse. The result is a wine of seamless balance, richness, and purity, capable of evolving beautifully over the next 15-20 years.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Founded in 1984 by Rita Tua and Virgilio Bisti, Tua Rita is a benchmark estate in the Super Tuscan movement. Located in Suvereto, on the Tuscan coast, the winery is known for its low-intervention philosophy, meticulous vineyard management, and dedication to producing world-class wines. Redigaffi made history when its 2000 vintage became the first Italian wine to receive a perfect 100-point score from Robert Parker.
The estate follows organic farming principles, with a focus on single-vineyard expressions and small-lot vinification. Each vintage reflects the unique terroir of the region, showcasing the richness and elegance that define Tua Rita’s signature style.
