{"product_id":"palafreno-2017-igt-toscana","title":"Palafreno 2017 IGT Toscana","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePalafreno 2017 IGT Toscana: Elegant Merlot by Querciabella\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalafreno 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Tuscan red wine with great personality, produced by \u003cstrong\u003eQuerciabella\u003c\/strong\u003e in a version that interprets \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e with depth, balance, and finesse. It is an \u003cstrong\u003eIGT Toscana\u003c\/strong\u003e that aims to enhance the character of the territory and the quality of the best vintages, offering a rich, harmonious profile designed to evolve over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine expresses the identity of \u003cstrong\u003eTuscany\u003c\/strong\u003e through a modern stylistic cut that is still connected to the raw material and the vineyard. The grapes come from selected parcels in Ruffoli, in a context that favors a slow and complete ripening of the \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wine's setup is that of an important red, classified as \u003cstrong\u003eSupertuscan\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of combining richness, aromatic precision, and taste tension. The vinification in stainless steel or vitrified cement, followed by malolactic fermentation completed in tank, helps preserve its cleanliness, definition, and natural expressive integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents itself with an \u003cstrong\u003eintense ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bouquet is broad and seductive, with hints of blackberry, sour cherry, blueberry, and plum, accompanied by balsamic nuances of eucalyptus and rosemary, as well as spicy notes of white pepper and toasted coffee. On the palate, the wine is full and enveloping, with good freshness, present but well-integrated tannins, and a structure that supports the sip without weighing it down. The finish is long, deep, and persistent, with fruity and mentholated returns that amplify its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalafreno 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs naturally with structured and flavorful dishes, such as beef fillet, braised meats, roast lamb, game birds, and aged cheeses. Its aromatic richness and underlying freshness also make it suitable for more complex preparations, with mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and intensely flavored sauces. It is a wine that finds balance both with the most important Tuscan cuisine and with refined international recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal serving temperature for \u003cstrong\u003ePalafreno 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e is between \u003cstrong\u003e18 and 20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If possible, it is advisable to open it in advance to encourage oxygenation and allow the wine to express its aromatic profile and tannic structure at its best. In evolved vintages or in special tasting contexts, a brief passage in a decanter can be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalafreno 2017 IGT Toscana\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-profile choice for those seeking an elegant, intense red that is consistent with the great Tuscan winemaking tradition reinterpreted in a contemporary key. The signature of \u003cstrong\u003eQuerciabella\u003c\/strong\u003e, the purity of the \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the quality of the territory make this wine ideal for collectors, enthusiasts, and important occasions. It is a bottle that combines prestige, pleasantness, and aging potential, with an authoritative presence at the table and in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Querciabella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659259097474,"sku":"898xv","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/Palafreno_2017_Merlot_IGT_Toscana_MAGNUM.jpg?v=1779239106","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/da\/products\/palafreno-2017-igt-toscana-da","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}