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2023 Campo alla Giostra from Donna Olimpia 1898 is an intense and elegant Bolgheri DOC produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine comes from a single vineyard on the estate and combines sun-ripened blackberries and blackcurrants with cocoa, liquorice, and a fine spicy touch. Prolonged ageing in French oak provides additional depth and structure. A serious and characterful Bolgheri Cabernet with power, elegance, and excellent ageing potential.
Campo alla Giostra is one of Donna Olimpia 1898's more concentrated red wines and is produced exclusively from Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes come from a specific vineyard on the estate in Bolgheri, close to the Tuscan Mediterranean coast.
The grapes are harvested at full maturity, after which fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks. Following malolactic fermentation, the wine is matured for 18 months in French oak barrels and subsequently for a further period in the bottle before release. The oak ageing gives the wine depth and complexity without shifting the focus from the Cabernet Sauvignon’s dark fruit and characteristic structure.
Campo alla Giostra clearly demonstrates why Cabernet Sauvignon has gained such a strong position in Bolgheri. Here, the grape gains both maturity and concentration from the sunny Mediterranean climate, while the proximity to the sea contributes freshness and balance.
The name Campo alla Giostra means roughly "field for training horses" and is a tribute to the famous trotter Varenne, which was bred by Jean Pierre Dubois at the estate's stud farm.
Bolgheri is located on the Tuscan coast in the province of Livorno and is today one of Italy's most prestigious areas for red wine. The area differs from classic Tuscany in that international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc play a central role.
Donna Olimpia 1898 owns about 45 hectares of vineyards clustered around the winery in the heart of Bolgheri. Campo alla Giostra comes from a vineyard in the coastal part of the area, where the soil is characterized by sand and silt.
The warm Mediterranean climate and long ripening season allow Cabernet Sauvignon to develop great aromatic maturity. At the same time, breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea have a moderating effect on the temperature. The combination helps to create Bolgheri's characteristic balance between concentrated fruit, structure, and freshness.
Nose: Intense and complex with blackberries and blackcurrants accompanied by a slight touch of ripe bell pepper, cocoa, liquorice, and fine spicy oak notes.
Palate: Full-bodied, warm, and harmonious with concentrated dark fruit and a fine Cabernet Sauvignon structure. Ripe tannins are combined with a fresh, slightly saline character, while cocoa, liquorice, and oak provide extra depth.
Finish: Long and persistent with dark berries, spices, and fine notes of red fruit jam. The finish is structured and harmonious with a great balance between ripe fruit and tannin.
Best served at 16-18°C in a large Bordeaux glass. When young, 2023 Campo alla Giostra will benefit from about 1 hour in a decanter, allowing the dark fruit and complex aromas to open up. The wine's concentration, tannin structure, and long oak ageing also make it suitable for further bottle ageing.
2023 Campo alla Giostra Bolgheri Cabernet pairs particularly well with:
Which grape is Campo alla Giostra made from?
Campo alla Giostra is produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. This results in a structured and concentrated Bolgheri with dark fruit, spices, and excellent ageing potential.
How does the 2023 Campo alla Giostra taste?
The wine has intense notes of blackberry and blackcurrant combined with ripe bell pepper, cocoa, and liquorice. The taste is full-bodied and harmonious with good structure and a long, fruit-forward finish.
How is Campo alla Giostra aged?
The wine is matured for 18 months in French oak barrels and then receives further bottle ageing before release. The oak ageing adds complexity, spice, and structure to the Cabernet Sauvignon fruit.
Where does Campo alla Giostra come from?
The wine is produced by Donna Olimpia 1898 in the Bolgheri DOC on the Tuscan coast. The grapes come from a specific Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard on the estate.
What does the name Campo alla Giostra mean?
The name refers to a field where horses are trained and is a tribute to the famous trotter Varenne, which was bred at the estate's stud farm.
Can 2023 Campo alla Giostra be cellared?
Yes. The combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, concentrated fruit, tannin structure, and long oak ageing makes the wine suitable for further development in the bottle. It can also be enjoyed young, preferably after a good amount of aeration.
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