Querciabella
,Greve in Chianti (Tuscany)
Palafreno Toscana Rosso IGT
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Winemaker | Querciabella |
| Alcohol | 14.5% vol. |
| Grapes | 100% Merlot |
| 75 cl | On request |
Winemaking
Following careful harvest by hand, the grapes are brought directly to the winery in small 9 kg boxes, where they are destemmed and added to cement tanks. This is followed by a 15-day mash fermentation period, and then by ageing in French Barriques for 18 months. The wine is subsequently refined in bottles for 6 months, before finally being brought to the market after 28 months.
Our tasting note
Bright ruby red with garnet hues. A complex bouquet on the nose, with aromas of red plums, cherries, blackberries and roasted hazelnuts. Extremely lively on the palate with a recurring red-fruity aroma refined with a delicate Barrique note and a hint of cinnamon. Concentrated, long-lasting finish.
Querciabella
Querciabella is one of the most respected wine producers in Tuscany, situated in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone in the municipality of Greve, south of Florence. Founded in 1974 by Giuseppe Castiglioni, the estate is now under the stewardship of his daughter, Mita Castiglioni, who continues the family’s legacy with a renewed vision for the future. With over 50 hectares of organic vineyards in Chianti Classico, including new holdings in Lamole acquired in 2020, and an expanded 41-hectare coastal estate in Maremma, Querciabella remains dedicated to crafting wines of exceptional quality. A new state-of-the-art winery is currently under construction in Greve, reinforcing the estate’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence. Querciabella’s philosophy is deeply rooted in land stewardship and responsible governance, values now enriched by the leadership of Mita and her children, Andrea and Selene. While the estate’s wines continue to be certified organic and vegan, its approach has evolved to emphasize community engagement, transparency, and environmental responsibility. Inspired by biodynamic principles but not bound by certification, Querciabella focuses on producing wines that express the purity and character of their terroir, while embracing a forward-thinking, sustainable future.
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