2021 Torre alle Comete, Campo Alle Comete
Tuscany, Italy
Standing high above the Etruscan coast, Torre alle Comete 2021 is a Bolgheri red that feels both powerful and poetic. Deep ruby in colour, it opens with aromas of ripe plum, blackberry and cassis, laced with wild herbs, cedar and that signature Bolgheri balsamic lift. The palate is poised and elegant with layers of dark fruit, graphite, and sweet spice unfurling over fine-grained tannins and a cool, coastal freshness. It’s rich yet refined, full-bodied yet effortless, with a finish that hums with energy and quiet sophistication.
For when: the night calls for conversation and something truly special.
Pairs with: Tuscan steak, truffle risotto or aged Parmesan.
If this wine were a landmark, it’d be a coastal tower at dusk, timeless, grounded, and gazing out to sea.
From its perch near the historic Donoratico Tower, Campo alle Comete has discovered one of Bolgheri’s most exciting new sub-zones. Planted at 230 metres above sea level, these vineyards sit among the highest in the DOC, blessed with sea breezes and abundant sunshine that create perfect natural balance. Crafted from 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Cabernet Franc, the wine spends 18 months in French oak, one-third new, developing its supple texture and polished depth. Guided by Antonio Capaldo’s imaginative vision, this is modern Bolgheri at its finest, elegant, expressive, and, as its name suggests, a beacon of excellence among the stars.
Whats in the bottle
Cabernet Franc 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 50%
Notable Awards
95 Pts, James Suckling , 2024
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Campo alle Comete is a 26-hectare estate nestled at the foot of Castagneto Carducci on the Etruscan River, just a stone’s throw from the Tyrrhenian Sea. The winery takes its name from historical connections, from the days when the Bolgheri countryside was marked by fields ‘Campi’ and when at night the paths were illuminated by stars -and the occasional comet- ‘Comete’. Evoking the soul of the place, which is rich in history, Campo alle Comete has an imaginative air, but behind the whimsical labels lie some seriously good wines. The visionary is Antonio Capaldo, who was attracted by this new adventure when he acquired the property in 2016. Seeking a new form of expression, he produces wines from international varieties. Renowned Italian illustrator Nicoletta Ceccoli, depicted Campo alle Comete in a painting known as ‘a place suspended between reality and imagination’ and her artwork has inspired the labels.
Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts under temperature-controlled conditions. The total maceration lasted for 25 days before the wine was transferred to oak. The wine underwent malolactic conversion in French oak, resulting in a softer texture. Maturation lasted for 18 months, with 70% in French tonneaux of 500-litres and 30% in French oak barriques. One-third of the oak was new
Country
Italy
Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Producer
Campo Alle Comete
Region
Tuscany
Vintage
2021
Types
Red Wine
Size
750ml
2021 Torre alle Comete, Campo Alle Comete
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