Toscana Bianco CASAMATTA BIANCO BIBI GRAETZ

Casamatta Bianco IGT Toscana is a wine born from the creative vision of producer Bibi Graetz and represents a sort of ‘youthful interpretation’ of the great white wines of the Tuscan coast. It is produced mainly from grapes grown on the island of Giglio, a region strongly influenced by the sea, which imbues the wine with a distinct savoury and Mediterranean character. It is a blend in which Ansonica takes centre stage, accompanied by Vermentino and Trebbiano, varieties which together create a harmonious balance between freshness, structure and aromatic complexity. The result is a wine that immediately evokes maritime sensations, almost like a salty breeze, accompanied by delicate, luminous aromas that reflect the island’s landscape. The cooler, rainier climatic conditions allow the vines to regain vigour, thus giving rise to a wine with lively acidity, great freshness and aromatic intensity. This helps to enhance the fragrant and dynamic character of Casamatta Bianco, making it particularly expressive. The winemaking process is designed to preserve these characteristics as much as possible: the grapes are harvested by hand, gently pressed and fermented in stainless steel at low temperatures, so as to keep the aromas and freshness intact. After fermentation, the wine rests for several months in stainless steel before being bottled, without any time in wood, to preserve a direct and immediate style.

Characteristics of this Tuscan wine

The wine has a light straw yellow color, crossed by green reflections that underline its freshness and youth. The clarity is brilliant, a sign of careful and clean winemaking. On the nose, a fine and immediate aromatic profile emerges, dominated by notes of fresh fruit such as citrus, white peach and light shades of apple. These are accompanied by delicate floral aromas and a clear marine imprint, with saline and iodized calls that evoke the coastal territory from which the grapes come. The bouquet is balanced, fresh and of good intensity, without excess but with a pleasant expressiveness. On the palate, the wine is smooth and dynamic, characterized by a lively freshness supported by good acidity. The structure is light but well defined, with a harmonious balance between fruity component and flavour. The marine sensation returns to the mouth, accompanying an agile and thirst-quenching drink. The finish is clean, of medium persistence, with a fresh and slightly savoury aftertaste that invites the next sip.

Recommended pairings with this Bibi Graetz white wine

Casamatta Bianco IGT Toscana is an extremely versatile wine at the table, thanks to its freshness and distinct saltiness that recall the sea. It pairs very well with fish dishes, especially light appetizers like carpaccio and tartare, or delicate first courses based on seafood and shellfish. It also finds an excellent balance with fried fish, where its acidity helps cleanse the palate, and with simple preparations like a grilled sea bream or sea bass. Also interesting is the combination with summer salads, grilled vegetables, and fresh cheeses, where the wine manages to enhance the vegetal component without overpowering it. As for the serving temperature, it is advisable to serve it fresh, around 8–10 °C.