POGGIO AI MERLI 2019 Toscana IGT Castellare di Castellina

Poggio ai Merli 2019 Toscana IGT: Merlot of great elegance

Poggio ai Merli 2019 Toscana IGT by Domini Castellare di Castellina is a Tuscan red of remarkable personality, made from 100% Merlot and designed for those seeking an intense, harmonious, and deep wine. It is a bottle that combines expressive richness and style, with a modern profile but well-rooted in the territory of Castellina in Chianti.

Territory and style of the wine

The Poggio ai Merli vineyard is located in Castellina in Chianti, in the province of Siena, on limestone soils and at an altitude between 350 and 400 meters above sea level. This location contributes to giving the wine balance, aromatic definition, and an elegant taste structure. Poggio ai Merli 2019 Toscana IGT is born as a red of great structure and longevity, with vinification in steel followed by malolactic fermentation and a long aging in new French oak barriques, completed by a period in bottle. The result is a rich, deep Italian wine that is consistent with the vocation of Merlot in Tuscany.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense and vibrant ruby red, bright and with a beautiful consistency. The bouquet is complex and concentrated, with a clear prevalence of black fruit: raspberry, sour cherry, blackberry, and plum intertwine with notes of cocoa, vanilla, and coffee. On the palate, it is soft and enveloping, with fine and elegant tannins, a warm sensation, and a very balanced sip. The finish is long, harmonious, and persistent, with a pleasant fruity return that highlights its quality and drinkability.

Recommended pairings

Poggio ai Merli 2019 Toscana IGT pairs easily with red meats and dishes with strong flavors. It is particularly suitable with liver, wild boar, braised dishes, roasts, and game birds, but it can also pair well with aged cheeses and rich dishes from Tuscan cuisine. Its softness and important structure make it ideal for flavorful courses that can engage with its intense and velvety profile.

Serving temperature

The ideal serving temperature for Poggio ai Merli 2019 Toscana IGT is between 16 and 18°C. If the bottle has been stored for a long time in the cellar or is opened during a phase of full evolution, a brief aeration before serving may be useful to best express the aromatic profile.

Why buy it

Choosing Poggio ai Merli 2019 Toscana IGT means opting for a Tuscan Merlot of strong identity, capable of uniting richness, elegance, and depth. It is a bottle suitable for both an important moment and a high-level dinner, with a character that enhances the tradition of Castellare di Castellina and the quality of its territory. A wine to buy online for those looking for an authoritative, enveloping, and memorable red.