About this wine
Created to celebrate Azienda Bruni's 40th anniversary, Oltreconfine ('beyond the border') is a 100% Alicante (Grenache) wine made in tiny quantities of around 2,500 bottles a year. It has repeatedly earned Gambero Rosso's top Tre Bicchieri rating and shows dark cherry, honey-coated almond, spice and scorched-earth notes.
A rich, structured red for those ready to explore beyond Sangiovese.
Sommelier's Note
"Bruni's most decorated wine — a rare, pure Alicante that proves Maremma can rival Priorat for grenache-based ambition."
Food Pairings
Its blackberry, spice and balsamic character suits braised game, peppered steak, and aged pecorino.
When to drink it
Celebrations, cellar-worthy gifting, pairing with game dishes
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Alicante (Grenache)
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 15%
- Price Range
- Estimated $30-45 given its limited production and award pedigree (reference estimate; exact Japan retail price not confirmed)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Alicante (Grenache). Alcohol approximately 15%. Limited production of roughly 2,500 bottles per vintage. Multiple Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri awards (2020-2024).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Oltreconfine made from?
- It is a 100% Alicante (Grenache) wine.
- Why was Oltreconfine created?
- It was made to celebrate Azienda Bruni's 40th anniversary and has since become the estate's flagship limited-edition wine.
- What does Oltreconfine taste like?
- Dark cherry, honey-coated almond, spice, and scorched-earth notes with a delicately sweet, plush texture.
- Has Oltreconfine won any awards?
- Yes, it has received multiple Tre Bicchieri (three-glass) ratings from Gambero Rosso between 2020 and 2024.
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