Indicazione Geografica Tipica [IGT]

Indicazione geografica tipica is the third of four classifications of wine recognized by the government of Italy. Created to recognize the unusually high quality of the class of wines known as Super Tuscans, IGT wines are labeled with the locality of their creation.

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Indicazione geografica tipica is the third of four classifications of wine recognized by the government of Italy. Created to recognize the unusually high quality of the class of wines known as Super Tuscans, IGT wines are labeled with the locality of their creation, but do not meet the requirements of the stricter DOC or DOCG designations, which are generally intended to protect traditional wine formulations such as Chianti or Barolo. It is considered broadly equivalent to the French vin de pays designation. French wines will state Vin de pays on the label in place of Indicazione geografica tipica. This classification is seen to be a higher quality wine above wine that is Vino da Tavola or table wine.

Super Tuscans have a varietal composition that doesn’t meet the requirements of limitations on the percentages of varieties like Cabernet, Merlot and Cabernet Franc and can’t be labelled DOCG.

Producers like Soldera in Montalcino who meet the requirements to be labelled Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, have chosen to use IGT status due to philosophical disagreement with the Consozio di Brunello di Montalcino.

 

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Domaine Jean-Jacques Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er 'Chaboeufs' 2019

Pinot Noir from Nuits-Saint-Georges, Côte-de-Nuits

Domaine Jean-Jacques Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er ‘Chaboeufs’ 2019

“Dense dark purple. Powerful plums, a graphite note as well, significant density, the fruit swells right across the palate, a huge volume but the ripeness is perfectly judged, with an excellent length. This is very impressive. Reveling in the warmer vintage because the tannins are riper.” Jasper Morris

Vintage 2019
$390
$375ea in any 3+
$360ea in any 6+
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Cascina Luisin Barabaresco 'Asili' 2016

Nebbiolo from Barbaresco, Piedmont

Cascina Luisin Barabaresco ‘Asili’ 2016

The fruit for this wine comes from the mostly south-facing aspect of the Asili cru, with an average vine age of 55 years. The winemaking is similar to the other Barbarescos. This is perhaps the most compelling of the Luisin Barbarescos, with a textbook Nebbiolo red colour and an intriguing bouquet of so many elements that all come together in harmony. Classic varietal characters of liquorice root, rose petal and anise, alongside brighter fruit aromas of pomegranate, cherry and raspberry, with

Vintage 2016
$138
$133ea in any 3+
$128ea in any 6+
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San Giusto a Rentennano Percarlo IGT 2019

Sangiovese from Gaiole UGA, Chianti Classico

San Giusto a Rentennano Percarlo IGT 2019

One of the most celebrated expressions of Sangiovese on the market today is the San Giusto a Rentennano 2019 Percarlo. This organic wine has a hint of extra ripeness or richness that transcends the bouquet. You feel as if you can bite into the fruit, and indeed the 2019 vintage is recognized by its unique power and density (with a 15% alcohol content). It's a lot to take in, and there is enough lasting fiber and fruit power to fuel a long drinking window. This is one of the bigger and more opule

Vintage 2019
$245
$235ea in any 3+
$225ea in any 6+
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Giovanni Sordo Barolo 'Ravera' 2015
The Playful!

Nebbiolo from Novello, Barolo

Giovanni Sordo Barolo ‘Ravera’ 2015

Ravera = generosity with crunchy fruit and playful front mid-palate tannin, that Sordo élévage, so much fun! ‘Ravishing red’ as usual, a wave of roses and red cherry. Quite lush, but holds its shape as all that red rolls to the pinpoint, tingling finish. It’s no wonder Ravera has risen so much in people’s estimation over recent years. Serious Barolo of a distinct style.

Vintage 2015
$175
$168ea in any 3+
$161ea in any 6+
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