{"product_id":"matarocchio-2017-bolgheri-superiore-doc-antinori-astuccio-singolo-in-legno","title":"Matarocchio 2017 Bolgheri Superiore DOC Antinori Single Wooden Box","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMatarocchio 2017 Bolgheri Superiore DOC Antinori\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatarocchio 2017 Bolgheri Superiore DOC Antinori\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine of great personality, a refined expression of the Tuscan coast and the oenological vision of \u003cstrong\u003eAntinori\u003c\/strong\u003e. Born in Bolgheri, in one of the most prestigious denominations in Italy, this red wine combines intensity, elegance, and balance, offering an authoritative interpretation of the territory and the vintage. The single wooden box also makes it a curated proposal suitable for an important gift or a collector's cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine comes from \u003cstrong\u003eBolgheri Superiore DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e, a renowned area of the Alta Maremma overlooking the sea, where the climate is tempered by sea breezes and the ripening of the grapes can develop with balance. The 2017 vintage, warm and dry, favored concentration and aromatic precision while maintaining freshness and energy. In this context, \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e shows a particularly expressive dimension, capable of uniting aromatic profile, elegance, and a well-defined structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents an intense and rich color. The aromatic profile recalls notes of juniper, bay leaf, sour cherry, and licorice, with a coherent and deep ensemble, without excessive ripeness. The taste is elegant, pure, and measured, with an extraordinarily smooth and silky tannic texture. The structure is significant but well-balanced, supported by a freshness that contributes to the overall equilibrium. The finish is long, harmonious, and promises excellent evolution over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatarocchio 2017 Bolgheri Superiore DOC Antinori\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with flavorful and structured dishes, such as beef fillet, braised meats, game birds, roasted lamb, and grand preparations of Tuscan cuisine. It is also excellent with pappardelle with meat ragù, porcini mushrooms, aged cheeses, and dishes based on slow cooking. Its elegance makes it suitable for a thoughtful tasting, to be shared on special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best appreciate \u003cstrong\u003eMatarocchio 2017 Bolgheri Superiore DOC Antinori\u003c\/strong\u003e, a serving temperature between 16 and 18 °C is recommended. If possible, it is helpful to open the bottle a little in advance to promote oxygenation and allow the wine to express its aromatic profile and finesse more precisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine represents a high-profile choice for those seeking an elegant, deep Tuscan red that is destined to evolve well in the bottle. The combination of territory, vintage, careful production, and wooden presentation makes it an ideal proposal for collectors, enthusiasts, and important gifts. \u003cstrong\u003eMatarocchio 2017 Bolgheri Superiore DOC Antinori\u003c\/strong\u003e combines prestige, identity, and drinking pleasure in a label that best tells the quality of Bolgheri.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Antinori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658617401730,"sku":"1c95e","price":425.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/antinori-toscana-matarocchio-Sorrento.jpg?v=1779197504","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/matarocchio-2017-bolgheri-superiore-doc-antinori-single-wooden-box","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}