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Querciabella signs at Ruffoli a Toscana Rosso IGT 2019 100 % Merlot, fermented in steel and aged 12 to 18 months in wood, rated 90 by Suckling and Parker. The 3 L bottle comes to €131.05 per 75 cl, a high price for a generic IGT without asserted Tuscan typicity.
Generic IGT Toscana, Merlot alone with no described link to Ruffoli or Chianti Classico; zone and appellation named but typicity not strongly asserted.
James Suckling 90 and Robert Parker 90, two recognized but moderate-level distinctions; producer Querciabella named.
€131.05 per 75 cl for a 90-point IGT Merlot: expensive for this rank, despite the 3 L format and the displayed strikethrough price.
Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), profile of red fruits, spices, balsamic, serve at 16-18 °C.
Querciabella estate located in Ruffoli, Greve in Chianti; fermentation in steel, 12-18 months aging in wood, organic and biodynamic practices described.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine for a moment Tuscany, its rolling hills, its cypresses reaching toward the sky. It is from this setting that a wine is born which captures the very essence of this land. Il Palafreno is an invitation to a sensory journey, a pure expression of its terroir.
The Querciabella estate, nestled in the heart of Ruffoli, Greve in Chianti, is a name you must remember. Their philosophy is rooted in respect for nature, with organic and biodynamic practices that shape every bottle. It is not just a trend, it is a deep conviction that can be felt in the vitality of the wine.
This Toscana Rosso IGT, 2019 vintage, is a singular expression of the Merlot grape. The grapes are meticulously selected, then fermented in steel tanks before patient aging of 12 to 18 months in wood. This method gives the wine remarkable structure and complexity, while respecting the integrity of the fruit.
As soon as you pour this wine, its deep ruby red color seduces you. On the nose, a complex bouquet offers itself to you: intense aromas of ripe red fruits mingle with notes of sweet spices and a subtle balsamic touch. On the palate, the Palafreno reveals astonishing harmony. The tannins are velvety, the acidity is perfectly balanced, bringing a welcome freshness. You will discover flavors of ripe fruits, punctuated by nuances of chocolate and tobacco, all leading to a long and persistent finish, a sign of great quality.
To fully appreciate this Querciabella Il Palafreno, I suggest you pair it with dishes that will showcase it. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, delicately prepared game, or with aged cheeses that will converse with its complexity. It is the ideal wine for those moments of sharing, those dinners where every guest feels privileged. Il Palafreno is not just a wine, it is a celebration of Tuscany, an invitation to conviviality and to the discovery of authentic flavors. Let yourself be carried away by this experience.
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