# Sor Ugo Bolgheri Superiore (2021)

- **Producer:** Aia Vecchia
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 15.0%
- **Average price:** €43
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, ripe cherry, coffee, mint

## About this wine

Sor Ugo Bolgheri Superiore is a red wine from the Bolgheri DOC in Tuscany, produced by Aia Vecchia. It is a blend primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The winery, Aia Vecchia, is a family-owned estate with a long history of grape growing in the Bolgheri region. The Pellegrini family's philosophy centers on producing high-quality Super Tuscan wines, with a focus on Bordeaux grape varieties, aiming to express the natural characteristics of their land. The 2021 vintage is characterized by its lifted acidity and a balanced profile.

## Interesting facts

- Aia Vecchia means 'old courtyard' in Italian.
- This wine was previously labeled as Toscana IGT.
- Renowned oenologist Tibor Gal is involved in Aia Vecchia's winemaking.
- The Pellegrini family has been growing grapes in Bolgheri for generations.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and velvety tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and braised dishes. The herbal notes in the wine can echo the Mediterranean herbs often used in Tuscan cuisine, creating harmonious pairings.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process at Aia Vecchia involves meticulous hand-sorting of grapes to ensure optimal quality. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are vinified and fermented separately, allowing for precise control over each varietal's development. Following fermentation, the wines undergo aging in oak barrels. The final blend is then assembled, aiming to create a harmonious and expressive Super Tuscan wine. In older vintages, this wine was classified as Toscana IGT.