Tua Rita

Tua Rita Winery was established in 1984 in Suvereto, a small, medieval town in the province of Livorno when Rita Tua and Virgilio Bisti acquired it. Additional vineyards were planted in 1988, 1997, and 1998, so fans of these limited wines can look forward to increased production as soon as the newest vines bear fruit. The winery released its first vintage in 1992. It soon began receiving praise and accolades from wine enthusiasts worldwide for its rich, full-bodied wines. In five short years, its 100% Merlot had achieved cult-like status, receiving outstanding ratings from the world's most prestigious wine critics and publications. Critic Robert M. Parker Jr. said the 1999 Redigaffi was "as close to perfection as a wine can get." The following year, he gave the 2000 Redigaffi a perfect 100 score. The winery's Bordeaux blend, Giusti di Notri, also garners near-universal praise. This tiny Tuscan estate has received constant accolades for the explosively rich, full-bodied wines it produces. Luca D'Attoma, the estate's winemaker, keeps yields to a minimum to ensure the concentration of flavors. The estate's total annual production is currently just 3400 cases.