Bibbiano Bibbianaccio IGT Toscana Rosso 75cl
14.5% Vol
The Bibbianaccio is a very intriguing blend of Sangiovese and Colorino, and the white Malvasia and Trebbiano grape varietals. After 24 months in oak, the wine is left full-bodied and very richly flavoured making it a fantastic food wine with great versatility.
See product detailsBibbiano Bibbianaccio IGT Toscana Rosso 75cl
€108.00
Ex Tax: €87.80
Product Details
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Nose
The nose is intense and complex with rich aromas of cherries, blackberries, spices, and subtle hints of smoke.
Palate
The palate is rich and full-bodied with an incredible balance and structure. The fruit and spice flavours on the initial palate carry into a long and mouthwatering finish.
Fact Sheet
Ageing
With careful cellaring, this wine will continue to age and develop for the next 10 years.
Grape Variety
50% Sangiovese, 45% Corolino, and 5% Trebbiano and Malvasia.
Maturation
Maturation takes place in French oak for 12 months and then a further 12 months in Slovenian oak.
Alcohol %
14.5%
Country
Italy
Region/AOC
Tuscany
Vintage
2015
Closure
Cork
Producer
Bibbiano
Food Matching
Food Matching
Pairs incredibly well with rich stews, bolognese and dry-aged red meats.
FAQs
Dark chocolate pairs best with wines that have the structural intensity to match its bitter cocoa and tannin character without being overwhelmed. Fortified wines are the strongest match: aged Tawny Port with its dried fig, rancio, and roasted nut character is the classic pairing. Banyuls from the Roussillon, a naturally sweet Grenache based wine, is the benchmark French equivalent. A full bodied, fruit forward red such as Zinfandel or Amarone can also work, where the ripe dark fruit and spice complement the chocolate.
Many wines use animal derived fining agents during production to clarify and stabilise the liquid before bottling. Common fining agents include isinglass (derived from fish swim bladders), gelatine (bovine or porcine), casein (milk protein), and egg whites (albumin). These are added to bind suspended particles and removed before bottling, but trace quantities may remain. Vegan wines use alternatives including bentonite clay, activated carbon, or pea protein. Checking the Barnivore database or looking for a vegan certification on the label is the most reliable approach.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews