Fattoria Le Pupille, Saffredi 2018
Product Information
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Grape Variety 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
Vintage 2018
ABV 15%
Discover the elegance of Fattoria Le Pupille Saffredi 2018, a prestigious Super Tuscan red wine from Maremma, Tuscany. Crafted by Elisabetta Geppetti, this vintage is a bold blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (35%), and Petit Verdot (5%), expressing power, refinement, and incredible ageing potential.
Grown in the Saffredi vineyard in Pereta at 250 metres above sea level, this wine benefits from both south-west and south-east vineyard exposure. The harvest was meticulously timed: Merlot was picked in early September, while Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot were harvested in early October, ensuring optimal ripeness and flavour concentration.
Fermentation occurred at 26°C in stainless steel tanks, followed by an extended maceration period of 30 to 45 days. The wine was then aged for 18 months in French oak barriques (70% new), delivering complexity, structure, and depth.
Tasting Notes
James Suckling in 2020 awarded this vintage 97 points, describing:
"A fantastic nose with currant, sage, rosemary, and rose-petal character. Sweet tobacco and spicy chocolate, too. Very complex. The palate shows lovely depth of fruit with blackberries, blackcurrants and fine tannins. It’s racy and refined with a direct, focused palate. Just a baby... This needs at least two or three years to soften."
Whether you are a collector or a connoisseur, the 2018 Saffredi is a must-have bottle for your cellar or next special occasion.
Discover Le Pupille – Premium Morellino di Scansano Wines from Southern Tuscany
Le Pupille is a renowned Italian winery located in the heart of the Maremma region in Southern Tuscany, spanning 75 hectares of vineyards under the prestigious Morellino di Scansano DOCG designation. Recognised as a leading producer in the region, Le Pupille is celebrated for its commitment to quality, innovation, and heritage.
The estate crafts eight distinct wines, with its flagship wine, Saffredi Super Tuscan, first introduced in 1987. Created by visionary owner Elisabetta Geppetti in collaboration with legendary winemaker Giacomo Tachis, Saffredi has become a benchmark for excellence in Tuscany's red wine production.
Driven by Elisabetta’s passion and dedication, Le Pupille played a crucial role in elevating Morellino di Scansano to DOCG status in 2006. Her mission to showcase the unique terroir of Maremma to a global audience has made Le Pupille wines highly sought-after by collectors and wine lovers alike.
