Harte 2022 DOC Bolgheri Superiore Tenuta Fratini

Harte 2022 DOC Bolgheri Superiore Tenuta Fratini, an elegant and territorial red

Harte 2022 DOC Bolgheri Superiore is a Tuscan red wine with a modern and refined profile, crafted by Tenuta Hortense. It is born from a blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, varieties that find an ideal context in Bolgheri to express depth, balance, and aromatic finesse. It is an interesting choice for those seeking an important wine, capable of combining intensity, freshness, and a well-defined tannic structure.

Territory and wine style

The production takes place in the municipality of Donoratico, in the district of Castagneto Carducci, in the province of Livorno, in the heart of the DOC Bolgheri Superiore denomination. The territory, characterized by sedimentary rocks with limestones, marbles, claystones, sandstones, and siliceous rocks, contributes to giving momentum and personality to the sip. Manual harvesting, selection in the cellar, fermentation in temperature-controlled conical stainless steel tanks, and the use of spontaneous yeasts tell a story of style attentive to precision and the enhancement of the fruit. The aging of 12 months in second and third passage barriques completes the wine's profile without overshadowing its identity.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a brilliant and luminous ruby red. The bouquet expresses notes of juicy and sweet red and black fruits, accompanied by floral and spicy nuances that make the olfactory profile rich and harmonious. On the palate, Harte 2022 DOC Bolgheri Superiore Tenuta Fratini shows depth, good vitality, and a pleasant acidity that supports the tasting progression. The fruit remains the protagonist, while the tannin appears deep and well integrated. The finish recalls blueberries and mulberries, with a coherent and persistent closure.

Recommended pairings

This Bolgheri Superiore pairs easily with structured and flavorful dishes, such as grilled red meats, roasts, braises, lamb, and game birds. Excellent also with important fillets, oven preparations, and traditional Tuscan recipes. Its complexity makes it suitable for aged cheeses and dishes with rich sauces, where freshness and tannin find a natural balance.

Serving temperature

It is recommended to serve it at a temperature of 16-18°C. If possible, it is helpful to open it a little in advance to favor the aromatic expression and the full integration of the wine's components.

Why buy it

Harte 2022 DOC Bolgheri Superiore Tenuta Fratini is a bottle that combines elegance, structure, and territorial identity. It appeals to those looking for a characterful Tuscan red, but also balanced and versatile at the table. The combination of Bordeaux grape varieties, complex soils, and wood aging gives the wine an authoritative profile, ideal for both an important dinner and to enrich one’s cellar with a label of great personality.