Campo Alle Comete Stupore Bolgheri 2021

The 2021 Bolgheri Rosso Superiore Stupore is redolent of blueberry jam, espresso, licorice, lavender and cloves. Bold and juicy, with terrific depth, the Stupore is classic Bolgheri. Even with all of its intensity, the 2021 has enough vibrancy to wrap it all together nicely.

The nose balances the depth of dark chocolate, earth and espresso with the fresh levity of mint. A burst of berries comes through on the palate, but continuing notes of mint and earth create balance. Acid prances around firm yet restrained tannins.

The Campo alle Comete 2021 Bolgheri Rosso Stupore is a blend of 50% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Petit Verdot that is finished in a combination of neutral and new oak. The wine starts off on a dark, fruity note with stewed cherry and plum. That concentrated heaviness continues to the palate with sweet fruit and an initial zing of acidity that, although not long lasting, does break up the density of this opulent red. The effect is rich but harmonious.