Caiarossa 2008 Front Bottle Shot
Caiarossa 2008 Front Bottle Shot Caiarossa 2008 Front Label

Winemaker Notes

2008 Vintage had a premature start of the season and average rainfall in March and April. May and June were marked by heavier rainfall giving some difficulty on varieties sensible to leaking (Merlot, Sangiovese and Alicante). From June 20 until mid-October, a very dry summer with only one significant rainfall each month (the 15th or 16th of each month it was raining!). Temperatures were slightly above average. All conditions have been reached as to have a good maturity and the grapes were very small, and very focused. To summarize, 2008 vintage was a year of great quality but small yields.

Professional Ratings

  • 93
    Beautiful perfumes of roses and other flowers with dark fruits. Full body, with velvety tannins and a long, intense finish. Round and mouthfilling yet so balanced and gorgeous. Drink or hold.
  • 91
    An opulent, fruit-driven red, whose lush texture and well-integrated structure frame the black currant and plum flavors, all accented by coffee and spice notes. Fine length. Best from 2014 through 2023.
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Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.

A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.

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