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Tasting notes
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2016-2020, Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com, Mar 2018

100% Merlot. A little herbal and nutty. A little stalky and with more than a hint of tobacco leaf. A flash of tart acidity that melts into the crunchy red fruit. Really attractive wine that is ageing already a little. (WS)

Critic scores

Critic scores
94
94/100

Average Score

17
17/20

Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com

94
94/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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94 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 94/100 · Drink 2020-2033, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jan 2018

The terrific 2013 Palafreno, 100% Merlot, is pliant, supple and super-expressive. Plum, black cherry, menthol, licorice, spice and dried flowers add aromatic nuance. Silky tannins wrap around the creamy, inviting finish. This fruit was picked during the last week of September, which is very much on the late side for the Merlot at Querciabella.

About the producer

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Querciabella

Literally translating as “beautiful oak”, Querciabella was created in 1974 by Giuseppe Castiglioni. A pioneer in Chianti, he started farming biodynamically and experimenting with both varieties and winemaking – one result of which was Camartina, the property’s flagship Super Tuscan.

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Product details

Country / Region
Grape Blend

Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13.5%

Classification

Super Tuscan

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business. 根據香港法律,不得在業務過程中,向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類 。
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