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Avignonesi Desiderio Merlot Toscana IGT 2021 Rated 93WE

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Avignonesi Desiderio Merlot Toscana IGT - Plush, powerful Tuscan Merlot.
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Description

Wine Enthusiast Review
Rated 93
On the nose, the sweetness of ripe berries, vanilla and mandarin blossoms is balanced by savory notes of crushed rocks, soil and tea leaves. The palate opens with blackberries and more citrus, then evolves into spices, earth, salt and pepper, even while staying tangy and fresh. The finish is warm, spicy and lingering.

Avignonesi Desiderio Merlot Toscana IGT 2021

A flagship Tuscan Merlot of power and polish, Avignonesi's 2021 Desiderio showcases the estate's biodynamic precision and the richness of Merlot grown in the clay-limestone soils of Cortona.
Named after the estate's legendary Chianina bull, this wine balances depth, elegance, and expressive fruit purity—one of Tuscany's most iconic Merlot-driven bottlings.

Key Details

  • Producer: Avignonesi
  • Region: Tuscany, Italy
  • Designation: Toscana IGT
  • Varietal: 100% Merlot
  • ABV: 14%
  • Farming: Certified biodynamic

Tasting Notes

  • Black cherry, plum, and blackberry
  • Notes of cocoa, tobacco leaf, and warm spice
  • Velvety, full-bodied palate with refined tannins
  • Long, polished finish with savory Tuscan minerality

Profile & Craft

  • Estate-grown fruit from biodynamically farmed vineyards
  • Aged in French oak for structure, depth, and finesse
  • Combines richness with Avignonesi's hallmark elegance
  • A modern Tuscan classic centered on Merlot purity

Serving & Pairing

  • Serve at 60-65°F for optimal expression
  • Pairs with bistecca, roasted lamb, truffle dishes, and aged cheeses
  • Drink now or cellar 10-15 years for added complexity
  • Ideal for collectors of premium Tuscan reds

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Avignonesi Desiderio Merlot Toscana IGT

Avignonesi Desiderio Merlot Toscana IGT 2021 Rated 93WE

MSRP: $59.99
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