An opportunity to enrich your collection with a Bolgheri icon: 1 bottle of Grattamacco 1999 – Bolgheri Rosso Superiore GRATTAMACCO 1999 is one of the historic pillars of the Bolgheri region. This wine stands out among the "Super Tuscans" for the elegance conferred by the expert use of Sangiovese blended with international varietals. The 1999 vintage is unanimously recognized as one of the most balanced and long-lived of the decade, capable of defying time with extreme class. This wine is a key element in understanding the evolution of the Tuscan terroir, having now reached 27 years of aging in conditions of perfect expressive maturity. The wine has been stored in our family cellar at controlled temperature and humidity. Professional Guide Scores: Falstaff: Rated 95/100 (in 2003), described as a full-bodied wine with a predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon base. Wine-Searcher (Critics): Reports an aggregate critic score of 91/100. Tuscan Vines (John Fodera): Recently awarded 95/100 (2021 rating), calling it a vibrant, fresh wine with masterfully interwoven tannins. CellarTracker: The average rating from the enthusiast community is 92/100. Main Characteristics: Type: This is a Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC. The unique blend (65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 15% Sangiovese) reflects the soul of the estate. It underwent extensive aging in French oak barriques for 18 months, followed by at least 12 months in bottle, resulting in a complex and savory structure. Vintage: 1999 was an exceptional vintage in Tuscany, characterized by an ideal climate that allowed for slow and complete maturation. This gave Grattamacco an aristocratic finesse and a pronounced balsamic note. Color: It presents a deep, intense ruby ​​red color, with elegant orange and garnet highlights that testify to its long and noble maturation in the bottle. Labels: As per photo (intact, perfectly legible, and well preserved). Cap: As per photo (untouched capsule, optimal level of wine, confirming the perfect seal of the cork). Important Note on Vintage Wines High-lineage wines like the Grattamacco 1999 are primarily considered collectibles and have high historical value. Although the 1999 vintage is renowned for its ageing potential and is still considered to be in its prime, this bottle represents a prestigious investment for any collector. Seller Private seller, professional sommelier since 2001, secure shipping with special packaging for collectible wines.