2010 Redigaffi
By Tua Rita
The Enticing 2010 Redigaffi from Tua Rita, Italy
The commendable elixir that is 2010 Redigaffi from Tua Rita carries within it the harmony of a vintage etched in the annals of fine wine investment. The year 2010, particularly celebrated for its remarkable growing conditions in many Italian wine regions, bore witness to this gratifying interpretation of an utterly enchanting Merlot.
A Vintage That Shined Amidst Challenges
The 2010 season was marked by often-challenging weather patterns, testing the mettle and tenacity of winemakers across Italy. However, Tua Rita's deft hand and keen sense of balance delivered an expressive Merlot, demonstrating the resiliency and adaptability of their vineyards.
Refined Elegance and Complexity
2010 Redigaffi itself commands a well-deserved spot in your fine wine investment portfolio. It possesses an alluring depth - think ripe plum, blackberry bramble with intriguing hints of espresso and dark chocolate. Its formidable tannic structure is cushioned by a velvety texture that coalesce into a precisely balanced but opulent body.
The hallmark of this fetching 2010 vintage is its striking elegance — a graceful dance of power and poise. Resting in French oak barrels has added weight and complexity to the wine while allowing the characteristic integrity of the fruit to shine through brightly.
An Investment Worth Savoring
From an investment standpoint, the combination of rarity and excellence adds to its stature. Each bottle is a testament to Tua Rita's commitment to crafting world-class wines - a seductive symphony of aroma, taste, and elegance that distinguishes it from its peers. The 2010 Redigaffi from Tua Rita stands as a compelling choice for those investing in Italy's extraordinary viticultural riches.
The 2010 Redigaffi from Tua Rita is an emblem of an excellent vintage - a masterstroke of winemaking prowess and Mother Nature's whims. It is more than just a tribute to the beauty of Italian wine; it’s a vital piece of the country's oenological narrative, deserving of recognition on the global stage of fine wines from Italy.
Market price (SGD)
$2,610.00
12x75cl
Highest score
97
POP score
91.76
Scores and tasting notes
The 2010 Redigaffi is even more impressive with seamless integration of ripe fruit and oak spice that meet each other perfectly in the middle. It soars to new heights of elegance and power, imparting beautiful tones of black fruit, polished river stone, bacon fat and black pepper as it makes its steady ascent. The mouthfeel is fleshy and generous and there is plenty of backbone here to carry the wine forward throughout the years. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2038. Stefano Frascolla and Tua Rita have almost single-handedly put Suvereto on Italy’s winemaking map. His latest releases are nothing short of spectacular. Importer: Winebow Inc.; www.winebow.com
Monica Larner - The Wine Advocate, 28 August 2013