{"product_id":"messorio-2017-igt-toscana-magnum-cassa-legno","title":"Messorio 2017 IGT Tuscany MAGNUM Wooden Box","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMessorio 2017 IGT Toscana\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnum in wooden case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMessorio 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eLe Macchiole\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great pure Merlot that interprets the Bolgheri territory with personality, one of the most famous areas of Tuscany for structured and elegant red wines. In this Magnum version with a wooden case, the wine gains even more important value for preservation, bottle evolution, and the most prestigious serving occasions. It is a bottle designed for those seeking an Italian wine with a strong identity, capable of uniting depth, precision, and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced as \u003cstrong\u003eIGT Toscana\u003c\/strong\u003e and made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e, Messorio is born from the desire to best express an international grape variety in the Bolgheri context. The grapes come from the Puntone and Vignone vineyards, in an area suited for producing intense yet balanced reds. The wine's style reflects \u003cstrong\u003eLe Macchiole\u003c\/strong\u003e's pursuit: a modern, elegant, and rigorous interpretation of the territory, with attention to the purity of the fruit and the wine's ability to evolve over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMessorio 2017 presents a broad and enveloping sensory profile, typical of a great Tuscan Merlot. On the nose, it offers sensations of ripe fruit, spicy nuances, and a complex aromatic profile that enriches with aging. On the palate, it shows structure, density, and finesse, with present but smooth tannins and a soft, balanced, and persistent flavor texture. The acidity supports the sip and contributes to the overall balance, leaving a long and harmonious finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine pairs naturally with important and flavorful dishes. It is ideal with roasted or grilled red meats, braised dishes, fillets, delicate game, and long-cooked preparations. It also expresses well with aged cheeses and structured Tuscan cuisine, where the softness of the Merlot and the wine's complexity find a convincing balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal temperature for \u003cstrong\u003eMessorio 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e is between \u003cstrong\u003e16 and 18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. In a Magnum bottle, an early opening, even an hour in advance, can be helpful to promote the evolution of the bouquet and greater harmony of the sip. If young to the taste, a brief aeration can help enhance its depth and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMessorio 2017 IGT Toscana\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnum in wooden case is a prestigious choice for those wishing to purchase a great Tuscan red with a strong territorial identity. The combination of pure Merlot, the signature of a reference winery like \u003cstrong\u003eLe Macchiole\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the Magnum format makes this label particularly interesting for collection, gift, and cellar. It is a wine that unites elegance, complexity, and the prospect of growth over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Le Macchiole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659227738498,"sku":"2204mg08","price":445.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/ecbff1e25a8f35fc18d0bbcdbfc86df3.jpg?v=1779234645","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/messorio-2017-igt-toscana-magnum-cassa-legno","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}