{"product_id":"merlot-di-santa-maria-2015-igt-toscana-rosso-vignamaggio","title":"Merlot di Santa Maria 2015 IGT TUSCANY RED Vignamaggio","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMerlot di Santa Maria 2015 IGT Toscana Rosso Vignamaggio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMerlot di Santa Maria 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e is an \u003cstrong\u003eIGT Toscana Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e signed by \u003cstrong\u003eVignamaggio\u003c\/strong\u003e, an expression of a cru born from the Santa Maria vineyard in Petriolo, in the Greve area. It is a wine that interprets Merlot with an elegant and measured style, combining fruity richness, territorial freshness, and a soft tannic structure, designed to offer depth without excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine comes from a selected vineyard, located not far from the Villa and facing west, in a context that enhances the identity of \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e with a refined and harmonious profile. The Tuscany of Greve gives the sip balance, finesse, and a pleasant sensation of freshness, while the choice of aging in French oak barrels helps define structure and complexity, without overshadowing the varietal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003ebrilliant ruby color\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a dark and compact tone. On the nose, it offers an intense and enveloping bouquet, where notes of blueberry and licorice emerge, accompanied by spicy nuances. On the palate, it is full but not intrusive, with a balanced and smooth sip. The tannins are soft and sweet, while the spicy finish adds depth and an elegant closure, typical of a well-structured \u003cstrong\u003eTuscan red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMerlot di Santa Maria 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs easily with flavorful but not overly aggressive meat dishes, such as roasts, beef fillet, braised meats, and oven-roasted chicken with aromatic herbs. It is also ideal with pasta with ragù, pappardelle with mushrooms, platters of Tuscan cured meats, and medium-intensity aged cheeses. Its softness makes it suitable for preparations with rich and flavorful sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best appreciate \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot di Santa Maria 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e, a serving temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e16 and 18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. If the bottle has been stored for a long time, it may be helpful to open it a little in advance to encourage aromatic expression and the full integration of the wine's components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an interesting choice for those looking for an \u003cstrong\u003eTuscan Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e with an elegant imprint, capable of combining fruit, softness, and territorial personality. \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot di Santa Maria 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e well represents the style of \u003cstrong\u003eVignamaggio\u003c\/strong\u003e and offers a versatile profile, suitable for both an important dinner and a more meditative tasting moment. A red wine that combines immediate pleasure and good depth, ideal for purchasing wine online with attention to quality and the identity of the territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Vignamaggio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659183436162,"sku":"9d9f2e1e13","price":68.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/0e0cdce1dccc16181f99db52ef8d2c5d.jpg?v=1779231423","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/merlot-di-santa-maria-2015-igt-toscana-rosso-vignamaggio-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}