Cabernet Sauvignon 'Locone' Bocca di Lupo Tormaresca - Antinori 2022

Description

Cabernet Sauvignon “Locone” 2022 – Bocca di Lupo | Tormaresca – Marchesi Antinori

The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon “Locone” from the Bocca di Lupo estate , produced by Tormaresca ( Marchesi Antinori family ), is a red wine with great personality and depth, an authentic expression of the Murgia Barese terroir . It has an intense ruby ​​red color and a complex aroma of ripe black fruits, sweet spices, cocoa, and tobacco , enriched with balsamic and mineral notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied, velvety, and well-structured , with elegant tannins and a long, persistent finish that reflects the powerful soul of Cabernet in Puglia.

Winemaking Method

The 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes come from the high hillside vineyards of the Bocca di Lupo Estate , located approximately 300 meters above sea level in the heart of the Castel del Monte DOC . After manual harvesting and careful selection of the bunches , fermentation takes place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature (26–28°C) with maceration on the skins for approximately 20 days . The wine then ages for 12 months in French oak barriques and a further 8 months in the bottle , acquiring balance and complexity.

Conservation and Maturation

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light . Serve at 16–18°C , after a brief oxygenation, to fully appreciate its depth and roundness. The 2022 Locone has excellent potential to evolve for over 8 years .

Awards and Prizes 2024/2025

• James Suckling 2024: 94 points

• Wine Spectator 2024: 93 points

• Decanter World Wine Awards 2025: Medaglia d’Oro

• Gambero Rosso 2025: Three Glasses

Food Pairings

• Grilled or braised red meats

• Game and important roasts

• Aged cheeses

• Structured Mediterranean cuisine dishes

Technical Data Sheet

• Grape varieties: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

• Alcohol content: 14%

• Production area: Castel del Monte, Puglia

• Denomination: IGT Puglia Rosso

• Aging: 12 months in French oak barriques, 8 months in bottle