Located in Maremma, Tuscany, Tua Rita produces some the most exciting Italian wines for both collectors and wine lovers. Guided by Jean-François Berrouet (legendary winemaker at Petrus), their most iconic wine, Redigaffi, is a 100% Merlot which has been consistently awarded high scores. We are still waiting for the scores of the latest release but we have no doubt it will be high.
'Tua Rita is one of Tuscany's leading properties... Simply put, the wines are not to be missed' - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Tua Rita's Story
It all started in 1984, when Virgilio Bisti and his wife Rita Tua acquired a small estate planted with only 0.5 hectares of Sangiovese. They expanded the vineyards which they planted with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon and, 10 years later, the first vintage of top cuvee Redigaffi was born. The wine was always well-received from by critics however, it was the 2000 vintage that placed Tua Rita on the international wine map. Awarded 100 points by Robert Parker, Redigaffi was the first Italian wine to receive a perfect score from the renowned critic.
The Vineyard
The estate spreads over 57 hectares of vines, all certified organic, planted on gentle slopes composed of stones, rocks, clay, silt, sand and a rich set of mineral microelements. The latter adds ferrous notes and a saline character to the wines which has become Tua Rita’s signature style. In addition to the Bordeaux varieties, Syrah, Sangiovese, Vermentino, Traminer, Riesling, and Ansonica are also grown.
2022 - The Scores
Giuso di Notri 2022
Plenty of berry and chocolate fruit with some subtle hazelnut and spice undertones. Dried flowers, too. Medium-bodied with a pretty core of fruit and a savory, succulent finish. Herbs with chocolate at the end. Solid center-palate. 80% cabernet sauvignon, 10% merlot and 10% cabernet franc. Needs three or four years to mellow, but it’s already very attractive. Drink after 2027. - 96 points James Suckling
Per Sempre 2022
The purity of fruit on the nose is really something, with violets, lavender, sandalwood, light white pepper and white roses. Medium-bodied with totally integrated tannins that give a silky texture and a long finish. A pure syrah with lots of class for the vintage. Drink or hold. - 99 points James Suckling
Keir Syrah 2022
A juicy and chocolatey red with cloves, black pepper and hints of terra cotta. It’s medium-bodied with round and crunchy fruit and a light hazelnut and clove finish. Just a hint of bitter chocolate. 30% whole bunch. Fermented and aged in amphorae. Drink now. - 95 points James Suckling
Perlato del Bosco 2022
This sangiovese shows purity and notes of sour cherries, plums and orange peel. Floral and aromatic. Medium-bodied, crunchy and delicious. I like the brightness and fruit. Drink now. 92 points James Suckling