TENUTA DI TRINORO TENUTA DI TRINORO
2022 VINTAGE EN PRIMEUR 2022 VINTAGE EN PRIMEUR
Benjamin Franchetti Benjamin Franchetti Owner of Tenuta di Trinoro Owner of Tenuta di Trinoro
VINEYARD
The Val d’Orcia lies inland at the meeting point of Tuscany, Lazio and Umbria With vines planted between 400-620 metres above sea level, there is a dramatic change in temperature between night and day, ensuring the grapes retain the everimportant acidity that balances these bold, broody and complex wines
When Franchetti first arrived in the 1980s, he purchased 200 hectares of woodland After investigation into the most interesting and suitable plots, he planted 23 hectares to vines From the beginning, the estate has followed organic and biodynamic practices Although not certified, the estate works in a conscientious and environmentally-focused manner.
WINEMAKING
With a microscopic inspection of terroir, the team identify and vinifies 55 individual cuvées They apply the same winemaking to all red wines: fermentation in stainless steel, 6-8 months in oak barrel, with a further 12 months in cement.
The real magic enters during the blending process With 55 cuvées to play with, they aim to make six key wines each year. Three single vineyard campi: which shine a light on Cabernet Franc grown across three different elevations and soil types; Palazzi is a blend of the best Merlot grown across the estate; and Le Cupole is the Bordelais equivalent of a second wine with a majority Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc and others. The grand vin, Trinoro, is the top selection of grapes from across the estate, the blend changing year on year, but always with a Merlot majority To give their flagship wine the time it deserves, it is released with another year in bottle The 2021 vintage was the first made by Benjamin Franchetti, making this an extra special release.
Benjamin worked closely alongside his father for many years and is accompanied and advised by the skilled winemakers Lorenzo Fornaini and Calogero Portanesse With a PHD in mechanical engineering and a keen eye for detail, he has brought some subtle changes to the estate, such as a new and much gentler press and de-stemming machine
In the words of Tenuta di Trinoro,
“The year 2022 presented itself as one of the driest in recent times, following the already arid and challenging 2021 However, our vines reduced their vigour to conserve energy, in memory of the previous year
Work in the vineyard was meticulous, particularly in managing the canopy a necessary practice also for the selection of the bunches which followed In fact, all vineyards were relieved of excess weight, not so much to seek concentration as to help the plant bring its few bunches to ripeness, given the scarce water resources.
At first glance, picking seemed to be anticipated compared to previous harvests, but it then slowed down due to continuous rainfalls: the amount of water normally spread out over several months was concentrated in a few heavy downpours in September The climate during the last ripening phase of the grapes distinctly influenced this vintage, with vertical wines showing freshness and bold bouquets with crisp, fruity notes. The Merlot was brought to the cellar at the end of September, followed by the Cabernet Franc The later-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot reached an incredible maturity, surprisingly achieved already in early October As always, picking was managed with a radical parcelization of our vineyards, bringing 50 separate parcels into the cellar all hand-harvested ”
THE WINES
CAMPO DI MAGNACOSTA 2022
The first of three 100% Cabernet Franc single vineyard cru or campo Magnacosta loosely translates as the cut through of a hillside The vines are planted in the alluvial base of an ancient dry stream bed At 400 metres above sea level, this is the lowest site on the estate Thanks to warming gravel soils, there are rich aromas of plum, mocha and dark chocolate. With ripe, present tannins, and dense fruit, this is an ageworthy wine. 1,939 bottles produced.
Corney & Barrow Score 17.5
Recommended drinking from 2025 – 2034
£450/Case of 6 Bottles, in bond UK
CAMPO DI TENAGLIA 2022
100% Cabernet Franc planted at 500 metres above sea level on crumbly limestone soil. The colour is deep ruby, an initial marker of the broody and brilliant wine within Cassis, plum and blueberry pour out of the glass, followed by powerful and impressive tannins that leave an impression on the palate A high-octane wine that deserves a place in your cellar 1,146 bottles produced
Corney & Barrow Score 17 5+
Recommended drinking from 2025 – 2034
£450/Case of 6 Bottles, in bond UK
CAMPO DI CAMAGI 2022
100% Cabernet Franc planted on a thin layer of stony topsoil of quartz above limestone At 550 metres above sea level, this is the freshest of the three campi A fine and pure nose, pretty and lifted with purple flowers. A perfect balance of tannin, acidity and fruit with lashings of concentration. The earliest enjoyment will come from this parcel, but another decade in the bottle will further refine this exquisite example of what Cabernet Franc is capable of. 960 bottles produced.
Corney & Barrow Score 18
Recommended drinking from 2025 – 2035
£450/Case of 6 Bottles, in bond UK
THE WINES
LE CUPOLE IGT 2022
57% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 6% Petit Verdot. This is the calling card of the estate and for good reason. Immediately enjoyable and approachable in youth. Ripe tannins and vibrant red fruit will develop handsomely in the bottle.
Corney & Barrow Score 17
Recommended drinking from 2025 – 2030 £170/Case of 6 Bottles, in bond UK
PALAZZI IGT 2022
Palazzi is the top selection of Merlot parcels planted on cooling clay soils across the estate. The 2022 is specifically from high-altitude sites that retained freshness despite the hot and dry summer. A plummy, indulgent and velvety nose. Reminiscent of the loveliness one often associates with toptier Pomerol. 1,235 bottles produced.
Corney & Barrow Score 17.5+
Recommended drinking from 2025 – 2034
£1,250/Case of 6 Bottles, in bond UK
TENUTA DI TRINORO IGT 2021
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Grown at high altitude, this classical combination of Bordeaux varietals takes on a new dimension. This wine possesses huge depth. On paper, the alcohol is high, yet the wine is so finely integrated and balanced that the 15.5% is barely perceptible. 8,590 bottles produced.
Corney & Barrow Score 18 5+
Recommended drinking from 2026 – 2035
£1,575/Case of 6 Bottles, in bond UK
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