Merlot 'Quercegrosse' Vallepicciola
- Category
- Red Wines
- Winery
- Vallepicciola
- Region
- Tuscany
- Denomination
- Toscana IGT
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Vinification
- Alcoholic fermentation with maceration of the skins for about 25 days at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks and subsequent malolactic fermentation in barrique
- Aging
- 12 months in French oak barrels 30% new
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 100%
- Notes
- Contains sulfites
Tasting Notes
This distinctive wine from Tuscany embodies the traditional Italian winemaking heritage. With 14.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Merlot 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. Tasting reveals contains sulfites The wine reflects Tuscany's renowned terroir with its elegant tannin structure and aging potential.
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About Tuscany Wine Region
Tuscany stands as Italy's most celebrated wine region, home to legendary denominations like Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The region's diverse terroir, from the rolling hills of Chianti to the coastal Maremma, produces wines of exceptional character and aging potential. Tuscan winemakers blend ancient traditions with innovative techniques, creating wines that perfectly express their unique landscape.