{"title":"Querciabella | Tuscany","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Collection_Banner_03d16ecf-be07-46c0-af6a-a84e55ea915d.jpg?v=1532859830\" alt=\"Querciabella Vineyards\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eQuerciabella is a stunning estate situated high up in the hills and with prime locations in the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany. The 74 hectares in Chianti are surrounded and protected by natural forests and scrubland allowing the estate to be fully committed to its uncompromising biodynamic principles. There are an additional 32 hectares of vines planted in the Maremma on the unspoilt Etruscan coast, an area of outstanding natural beauty, from which the grapes for Mongrana are harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eQuerciabella has the largest holdings of biodynamically farmed (certified organic) vineyards in Italy. The charismatic and passionate owner Sebastiano Cossia Castiglioni has overseen a prolific period of winemaking and came to the very favourable attention of Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate in the late 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eBased on an uncompromising pursuit of quality, sustainability and authenticity, Querciabella has continually honed its approach to biodynamic viticulture for over a decade. Since the transistion to biodynamic viticulture in 2000, the goal has been to maintain a balanced ecosystem where healthy, vital soil nurtures healthy vines in perfect harmony with the rest of nature. This is not just biodynamic winemaking however, the winery practices a proprietary farming regime known as cruelty-free biodynamics, which bans the use of any animal-derived products through all phases of grape growing and winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eSebastiano and his team are completely convinced that this 100% vegan approach to biodynamic viticulture is responsible for producing wines of exquisite quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.querciabella.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eQuerciabella Website\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"querciabella-mongrana-igt-toscana","title":"Querciabella Mongrana 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Querciabella Mongrana red wine is a blend of Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%) and Merlot (25%) grapes. Fruity and intense, fresh and embracing, the wine takes its name (and its character) from that of the noble family of knights depicted by the Italian Renaissance poet Ludovico Ariosto in his epic masterpiece Orlando Furioso. The grapes are picked by hand and harvested based on their phenolic maturation, using small crates. In the cellar, they undergo fermentation in cement tanks. After malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes élevage both in stainless steel and cement until it is blended to be bottled. No animal products or byproducts are used in the production of this wine, making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Intense ruby red in the glass, the charm of Mongrana does not take long to reveal itself. Well-defined aromas of ripe fruit, morello cherry, blackberry and blueberry especially anticipate notes of kirsch, ivy, pine needles. As soon as the wine opens up in the glass, a more complex bouquet starts to emerge with slight hints of leather, coffee powder and cocoa enriched by a touch of liquorice. Juicy, fresh sip, with soft tannins. The long finale is savoury with mineral, iron notes that persist in the mouth.[#intro]A vibrant and intense blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, charming to drink on its own...[\/intro] \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Querciabella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23008777470010,"sku":"A22MONGRANA-1","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Mongrana22BT.jpg?v=1749810840"},{"product_id":"querciabella-turpino","title":"Querciabella Turpino 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuerciabella's Turpino is a ‘mosaic’ of Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Merlot that marries a small number of grapes from Chianti Classico with a majority of the finest grapes grown by Querciabella in Maremma. As with the entire Querciabella range, elegance and finesse trump muscle in Turpino - whose inviting floral nose and youthful ruby colour lead the way to delicate purity of fruit, roundness and depth, accompanied by fine and silky tannins. Approximately 50% of the grapes originate from Querciabella’s Maremma vineyards (biodynamic since inception); the remainder is grown in Greve (organic since 1988; biodynamic since 2000) where micro-vinification of all grape production takes place. After gentle de-stemming, the grapes are transferred into three and five-ton oak fermenters, where they undergo a brief period of cold maceration in preparation for a slow and natural fermentation process – which is prompted by the presence of ambient (indigenous) yeast under carefully monitored, temperature-controlled conditions. The completion of primary fermentation leads to a phase of post-fermentation maceration, during which daily tastings serve to track tannin development and stability. The wine is then separated from the skins by draining the tank by means of gravity flow. Only the resulting ‘free run’ is used when the wine is racked into barrels (French 20% new oak; tight grain for Cabernet Franc; tight-to-medium grain for Syrah and Merlot). Full malolactic fermentation occurs in the barriques followed by 16 months of élevage. Finally, the blend is made and moved into cement tanks for an integration period of 6 to 8 months before bottling. No animal products or byproducts are used in the production of this wine, making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Querciabella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31076621353027,"sku":"A17QUERCIABELLATURPINO-1","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Turpino17Bottle.jpg?v=1637328331"},{"product_id":"querciabella-palafreno-merlot","title":"Querciabella Palafreno 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuerciabella Palafreno is a monumental purebred Merlot with an ethereal lightness of touch and a velvety mouthfeel that will develop further in pure pleasure over time. It is exclusively released in years when ripening conditions are near perfection at an average of just 3,000 bottles per year. The grapes are grown organically and biodynamically and carefully selected in the vineyards before being transported to the winery. Here they are de-stemmed, and then transferred to three-ton oak fermenters, where alcoholic fermentation, maceration and malolactic fermentation take place. Afterwards, the wine is transferred to French oak barriques, where it undergoes élevage for about one year. At this stage, the best lots, selected through extensive tasting, are assembled into the final blend, which undergoes a further six months of élevage. After bottling, the wine rests for about six months before release.No animal products or byproducts are used during any phase of grape growing and wine making, making this wine suitable for vegetarians and vegans.[#intro]A monumental purebred Merlot with an ethereal lightness of touch and velvety mouthfeel...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Querciabella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31614694719555,"sku":"A19PALAFRENO-1","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Palafreno2019Bt.jpg?v=1709753828"},{"product_id":"querciabella-batar","title":"Querciabella Batàr 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnanimously considered one of Italy’s greatest whites, Batàr is graceful and polished, with vibrant minerality. A blend of Chardonnay (50%) and Pinot Blanc (50%) Batàr has been described as “a dream of a white” by world renowned wine writer Hugh Johnson, though perhaps not only for its richness, complexity and length but also for its cellaring potential. This barrique fermented ‘white Super-Tuscan’ reaches full maturity about 42 months after harvest, while its maturity plateau spans from four to twelve years after vintage. The vineyards from which Batàr originates have been organically farmed since the wine’s first vintage in 1988, before a full conversion to biodynamic techniques in 2000. It is best to consume Batàr once the wine has reached maturity, approximately three and a half to four years after harvest. The wine’s maturity plateau is four to thirty years or more after harvest. No animal products or byproducts are used in the production of this wine, making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Straw yellow with golden reflections. Intense aromas of orange blossom and citrus peel loom over an exotic bouquet of tropical fruit: mango, papaya, passion fruit. Notes of iodine and toasted bread spread with vegetable butter add aromatic complexity. It is a full-bodied, elegant wine with great freshness; the rich palate recalls tropical fruit with a touch of oriental spice on the very persistent finish—great vintage, perfect balance.[#intro]Graceful and polished, Batàr is considered one of Italy's greatest white wines...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Querciabella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40102184517699,"sku":"A20BATAR","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Batar23BT.jpg?v=1771757393"},{"product_id":"querciabella-camartina","title":"Querciabella Camartina 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst produced in 1981, Querciabella’s flagship Camartina is one of a handful of history making wines, collectively known as Super Tuscans, that dramatically elevated the standing and prestige of Italian wine production on the world stage. Originally a blend of 70% Sangiovese and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon (with a little Merlot), over the years, the proportions switched as Cabernet has grown more domesticated to Ruffoli’s arid sandstone slopes. Its nuanced opulence and seductive character have won Camartina the favours of wine critics around the world. In 2004, it was named Best Italian Wine and frequently appears among the Top World Wines. With its outstanding ability to evolve over time, it even wowed world-renowned critic Jancis Robinson who couldn’t conceal her amusement – “Oo, that is rather lovely!” – after tasting a 17-year-old Camartina. Camartina is only produced in optimal vintages, while small-batch micro vinification and an extremely limited bottling guarantee hand-crafted excellence. The wine is released no sooner than 30 months after harvest, and thanks to its longevity, it is sure to be a contender for the best cellars. No animal products or byproducts are used in the production of this wine, making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians. This supple red is highlighted by black currant, blackberry, plum, Mediterranean herbs and leather. Shows fine intensity and a lively structure that keeps this delineated and long on the earthy finish. 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Vintage after vintage, they have continued to explore the qualities of Sangiovese discreetly but determinedly, advocating for a change in the rules that govern the Chianti Classico appellation that would allow the provenance of the vineyard under the emblem of the Black Rooster. Subsequently, 2017 was the first release of Querciabella Gran Selezione, pure Sangiovese with a vital connection to a specific vineyard site. Its unique character captures the Genius Loci of the hillside of Ruffoli, on the eastern side of the valley above Greve in Chianti, whilst depicting a grander portrait of Chianti Classico itself. At the winery the Sangiovese grapes are gently crushed and fermented in stainless steel tanks. Once the fermentation is complete, the cap is fully submerged using the traditional Piemontese technique, with full skin contact for about five weeks. Malolactic fermentation naturally occurs in French oak barriques and tonneaux; then, the wine is racked into bigger oak vessels (25–30 hl) for smoother integration and tannin development where it matures slowly for a further 18 months. Dark berries and blue fruit aromas seasoned with creamy oak spices. It is very concentrated with a very firm yet polished tannic structure, showing an attractive finesse. It is lively, bright and youthful. This complex and articulate wine is drinking beautifully at present but will benefit from time in the bottle evolving graciously for well over a decade. 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