At a glance

Producer

Az. Agricola Bulgarelli

Region

Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Grape variety

Sangiovese

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$60

Tasting profile

Earthy red fruit notes with hints of leather and spice, subtle floral undertones. Medium acidity and tannins provide a balanced mouthfeel.

Evolution: Fruit will deepen and integrate with earth and tertiary aromas emerging over 5-10 years. Tannins soften progressively.

At peak: Complex bouquet combining mature cherry, leather, dried herbs, and an elegant finish with enduring minerality.

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to high, balanced

Tannins

Medium to firm, fine-grained

Alcohol

13.5%-14.0%

Aging potential

10-15 years from vintage due to quality producer, grape variety, and vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2032

Optimal window

2024 to 2035

Current status

Approaching maturity, good drinking window open

Current condition

The 2021 vintage has entered its phase of approachable drinking, showing good structure with potential for further complexity with careful cellaring.

The combination of a high-quality producer known for estate-grown Sangiovese, a top Emilia-Romagna vintage 2021, and moderate tannin-acid structure supports a prolonged aging window peaking between 6-11 years after vintage.

Food pairing

Roast meats, game birds, aged cheeses, mushroom risotto, and traditional Italian dishes with herbaceous sauces.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — To allow the wine's tannins to soften and aromas to open up after aging

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Bulgarelli uses organic viticulture techniques, cover cropping, limited irrigation, natural yeasts in fermentation, minimal sulfur use, and eco-friendly packaging with recycled corks and lightweight bottles.

The producer demonstrates strong commitment to sustainability through organic certification, biodiversity maintenance, energy-efficient operations, and responsible packaging choices, leading to an above-average sustainability rating.