Merlot wine: undisputed excellency

Merlot grapes have an extremely thin peel, which is born primarily in damp lands, rich in fat and clay.

Merlot wine is born in France, although its harvest is possible in many other regions as well, thanks to the characteristics of the grapes, which can easily adapt to any climate. Enoteca Properzio is the proud owner of a large selection of the best Merlot wines, both Italian and foreign.

Merlot wine: from the vineyards to its sensory characteristics

The sensory characteristics of Merlot are what make it such an excellent product. Its ruby red color offers shades that are velvety and intense. Its taste is a mix of grassy and woody aromas, which make its structure rich and well-balanced. To the palate, it is strong and persistent (almost solid), while its fragrance releases the smell of forest. Among the strongest smells are those of berries, such as blackberries, cranberries and boysenberries; but one can also grasp the smell of pine needles, oregano and other grassy spices. Merlot vineyards can adapt to different climates, which makes it possible to grow these grapes in geographically diverse areas. In Italy, this wine is produced in many regions, although some are more productive than others, Veneto, Sicily, Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Tuscany. These lands produce the best Italian Merlot wines. Some are quite famous around the world; others are less famous, though still sold with a great quality/price rapport and produced by great professionals.

The best Merlot wines on Enoteca Properzio

Enoteca Properzio possesses many 100% refined Italian Merlot wines. Among these wines are Masseto di Ornellaia, produced in Tuscany, with qualities that are appreciated by the best sommeliers. It is the perfect wine to combine with the gastronomical delicacies of the region, especially with white and red meat. Enoteca Properzio offers bottles from different production years, each with a specific taste and smell. It is, without a doubt, one of the best italian red wines produced in Italy. For this reason, you can purchase these bottles in an elegant and strong casing, perfect for the high quality of the wine. Another Merlot wine that is worth mentioning is Massetino, created from a blend between Merlot and a small percentage of Cabernet Franc. It bodes perfectly with stew and grilled meat, or with cold cuts and cheese.

The best Italian Merlot and much more!

Let us now focus on a 100% French Merlot wine: the Pétrus Pomerol of Chateau Pétrus. The peculiarity of this wine is the presence of cocoa, pepper, and violet aromas. It is a Merlot wine carefully selected during the production stage. The best quality of this bottle is guaranteed by its specific cultivation area: carefully studied lands to allow this Merlot wine to release its maximum potential. It is not by chance that Pétrus Pomerol is famous world-wide. The ideal degustation temperature is between 16 and 18 degrees Celsius. In the Enoteca Properzio catalogue you will find bottles and casings from different production years to be deeply enjoyed.

The Tignanello wine price, as for any great wine, is conditioned by various factors, first of all the year of production, but not only. Buying on Enoteca Properzio you’re sure to buy a quality bottle, impeccably preserved, so that it can be tasted at any time.

The vineyards that host these famous vines are the estates of the Marchese Antinori, which are located in the heart of Chianti, these soils enjoy unparalleled climatic characteristics. The careful and meticulous choice of grape varieties has certainly contributed to the fame of Tignanello wine. The result is an excellent super tuscan wine: Tignanello Antinori, capable of giving an unparalleled organoleptic experience.

Tignanello Magnum wine: a special format for unique occasions

This premium red wine is a sublime accompaniment to game dishes, as well as to aged cheeses, thanks also to the hints of chocolate and coffee. The level of tannins gives a dense and rich structure. In addition to the traditional format, for some vintages a Tignanello Magnum version was also produced, it’s a bottle suitable for a precious gift and to seal memorable moments.

Tignanello wine, the best vintages

This fine tuscan wine, produced with attention and care, is 'born' only when the climatic and environmental characteristics allow it. It’s also thanks to this choice that the quality and the name are maintained at the highest level, guaranteeing an often limited production.

What are the best vintages of Tignanello? Let's find out some of them together.

Tignanello 2015: this vintage saw a regular climatic trend and an equally stable harvest in the weeks between September and October. In this bottle in particular the hints of licorice and blackberry stand out.

Tignanello 2016: the climatic conditions of 2016 were really special and gave a few days earlier budding than usual. The grapes that give rise to this wine were harvested at different times. This award-winning vintage gave the wine notes of vanilla and spices, as well as hints of red fruits.

Tignanello 2017: a particularly cold winter and a hot summer favored a production characterized by balsamic organoleptic notes of mint and cloves.

Tignanello 2018: this wine has arrived at the tasting with its fantastic ruby color and the sweetness and elegance of the tannins.

Buying such bottles means investing in the taste and quality of a wine production that does not fear any comparison at an international level. It is no coincidence, moreover, that some of these productions have been - and continue to be - awarded both in Italy and abroad, continuing to garner the support and appreciation of all the public. You don't need to be an expert sommelier to be able to perceive all the splendor and excellence of such a product.