Poggio ai Merli · Merlot IGT 2018

  Poggio ai Merli comes from a unique single vineyard Merlot in Castellare di Castellina in the heart of Tuscany. The vines are rooted in calcareous and slate soils at an altitude of around 350-400 meters, where the southern exposure and special microclimate promote ripe, concentrated fruit development. Since the first vintage in 1999, this wine has been considered a “monument” of Tuscan Merlot - vinified in stainless steel tanks and aged for long periods in new French barriques to achieve both depth and elegance.

In the glass, Poggio ai Merli presents itself with an intense ruby red color and violet reflections - a visual promise of power and structure. The nose reveals dense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cherry, and plum, accompanied by noble nuances such as cocoa, vanilla, and coffee, which refer to the aging in wood and the terroir-influenced grapes. On the palate, the wine is soft and enveloping, with fine, elegant tannins, a warmer body, and a harmonious expression—the finish is long and fruity. A wine that shines with main courses of red meat, game, or strong cheeses, but is also recommended as a stylish soloist in the glass. - Gerardo [TS10/19]