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Un Merlot IGT de Sarteano (val d'Orcia), millésime 2015 à 15,5 %, fermenté en acier puis élevé quelques mois en bois, à servir à 16-18°C. Sans distinction ni format précisé, son prix de 181,93 € paraît élevé pour ce niveau.
Merlot seul en IGT Toscana, zone de Sarteano et val d'Orcia nommées, mais cépage bordelais sans lien décrit avec le terroir local.
Aucune récompense ni guide mentionné, producteur Franchetti non attesté par un texte du dossier : simple absence d'information.
181,93 € pour un IGT Merlot sans distinction ni mention de format, prix barré affiché : élevé pour ce qui est décrit.
Accords carni rosse et formaggi stagionati, profil fruits rouges, spezie, note balsamiche, service à 16-18°C : de quoi servir facilement.
Domaine Franchetti situé à Sarteano, fermentation en acier, macération sur peaux et quelques mois en fûts de bois précisés.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine for a moment a wine that captures the soul of Tuscany, an expression of power and elegance. That's what I discovered with the Palazzi 2015 from the Franchetti estate, a Merlot that whispers stories of sun and passion to you.
This wine was born on the sunny hills of Sarteano, within the Franchetti estate. Here, the land and the climate combine to offer the Merlot ideal conditions. The Palazzi is the fruit of a rigorous selection of the best clusters, a goldsmith's work that can be felt in every sip. The vinification follows traditional methods, with fermentation in steel tanks and maceration on the skins, allowing all the richness of the fruit to be extracted. Then, an aging of several months in wooden barrels refines its structure and develops its complexity.
As soon as you pour this Palazzi 2015, you are struck by its intense ruby color, bursting with vitality. On the nose, it is a true bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, mingling with spicy notes of vanilla and chocolate. I also detect light accents of tobacco and leather, witnesses of its time in barrel. On the palate, this wine reveals itself with an imposing yet perfectly balanced structure. The attack is vigorous, carried by velvety tannins that lead you toward a long and persistent finish. A beautiful freshness balances the whole, irresistibly inviting the next tasting.
This Palazzi 2015 is an ideal companion for moments when you wish to savor dishes with substance. I can perfectly picture this wine alongside a flavorful red meat roast or game. It will also pair wonderfully with aged cheeses, where its structure and aromas will enhance the flavors. It is a wine that does not merely accompany; it fully takes part in the meal, transforming every bite into an enriching taste experience. Let yourself be tempted by this gem of Tuscany, a wine that will surprise and enchant you with its depth and elegance.
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