Campo Alle Comete DOC Bolgheri Superiore 2015 (750ml)

 

Rated 95 Points & Cellar Selection by Wine Enthusiast

 

Enticing scents of scorched earth, cassis, new leather, vanilla, truffle and Mediterranean brush abound on this classy red.  The full-bodied youthfully austere palate is still tightly wound but already shows mature black cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and grilled herb set against a backbone of firm fine-grained tannins.  Give it time to fully develop.  Drink 2022–2030.

 

Rated 95 Points by James Suckling

 

“Complex aromas of dark berries, fresh herbs, sweet tobacco and crushed flowers.  Very integrated and polished with beautiful fruit and richness.  Yet, very reserved and tight.  A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc and petit verdot.  Drink in 2022.”  September 2018

 

Rated 94 Points by Wine Spectator

 

“Rich and harmonious, featuring a core of black currant, blackberry and plum flavors shaded by rosemary, thyme and sage accents.  A solid structure lends support as this plays out on the long finish.  Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.  Best from 2021 through 2035.  1,000 cases made.”  Bruce Sanderson

 

Campo Alle Comete DOC Bolgheri Superiore 2015

 

This wine, made with a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, represents Campo alle Comete philosophy and the Bolgheri terroir at its best.  The moderate contribution of selected oak casks for aging gives this Bolgheri Superiore its elegance and drinkability, despite its important tannic and alcoholic structure.  The ‘Superiore” mention on the label refers to the higher alcohol level, which must be at least 12.5% (coming from a lower yield per Ha), and to a stricter rule for aging: minimum 2 years, including 1 year in barrel.

 

Tasting Notes

 

Deep ruby red color with violet hues.  The bouquet on the nose is very intense and complex with aromas of black cherry, mint, dark cocoa, and a pleasant herbal sensation in the background.  The sip is very elegant, rich, full-bodied, and well-balanced, with a nice freshness and silky tannins.  Very long fruity and mineral finish.

 

Varietal Composition:  40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot.

 

Food Pairing

 

Ideal with cold cuts and cheeses, grilled and boiled meat, boar meat, game, and dark chocolate.

 

Vineyard location:  Castagneto Carducci

 

Vineyard Size:  18 Ha

 

Soil Composition:  Mostly loose/sandy with some clay and a part of limestone

 

Training Method:  Spurred cordon

 

 Vines/Hectare:  6,000- 6,500/Ha

 

 Age:  10 - 25 years (planted in 1993 - 2007)

 

Harvest Time:  Mid September to Beginning of October

 

First Vintage:  2015

 

Production:  12,000 Bottles

 

Fermentation Container:  Stainless steel tanks (7 days at max 28°C)

 

Maceration Technique:  On the skins for 25 days with pumping over

 

Type of aging container:  New and used French oak tonneaux of 500 L

 

Length of aging:  15 months

 

Length of bottle aging:  10 months

 

 

Campo Alle Comete

 

  Producer Profile
 

Estate owned by:  Feudi di San Gregorio (Capalbo family)

 

Winemaker:  Stefano Di Blasi

 

Total acreage of vine:  37 (15 Ha)

 

Winery Production:  130,000 bts

 

Region:  Toscana

 

Campo alle Comete estate is located at the foot of Castagneto Carducci, in province of Livorno.  The property extends over 17 Ha, 14.5 of which are vineyards and 2.5 hectares are olive trees. 

 

The grape varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Petit Verdot, planted between 1993 and 2007, are all written into the Bolgheri DOC registry.  The winery practices sustainable farming, and in 2016 they started the conversion of the vineyards to organic.  The type of soil is mostly loose/sandy with some clay and a part of limestone.  The mild temperatures, constant winds and significant temperature fluctuactions between day and night create ideal conditions for a balanced growth of the vines and an excellent grape maturation.  The result are healthy grapes, favored by a lower attack of botrytis and diseases.  Their aromatic, intense scents and their ripe, fine tannins characterize the wines and create a good pleasantness even at an early age. 

 

The estate was acquired in February 2016 by famous Feudi di San Gregorio winery in Tuscany.  The name Campo alle Comete is an antique toponym from this area, which disappeared over time.  The whole representation of Campo alle Comete, with its magical name (Cometa means “guiding star” or "Comet" in Italian), wants to bring the consumer into a dream world.  Nicoletta Ceccoli, an illustrator from San Marino and winner of various art awards, has designed not only its logo but also a dreamlike picture, exhibited at the winery, from which they have also taken the fairy images represented in the labels.  The director of Campo alle Comete is Jeanette Servidio.  Together with oenologist Stefano Di Blasi, she has created 4 high quality wines within the DOC Bolgheri and IGT Toscana appellations.

 

 

Rated 95 Points & Cellar Selection by Wine Enthusiast

 

Enticing scents of scorched earth, cassis, new leather, vanilla, truffle and Mediterranean brush abound on this classy red.  The full-bodied youthfully austere palate is still tightly wound but already shows mature black cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and grilled herb set against a backbone of firm fine-grained tannins.  Give it time to fully develop.  Drink 2022–2030.

 

 

 

Rated 94 Points by Wine Spectator

 

“Rich and harmonious, featuring a core of black currant, blackberry and plum flavors shaded by rosemary, thyme and sage accents.  A solid structure lends support as this plays out on the long finish.  Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.  Best from 2021 through 2035.  1,000 cases made.”  Bruce Sanderson