Palazzi showcases Merlot at its best, with plush, supple fruit balanced by intense minerality. A blend of grapes from across the estate, Palazzi comes from a selection of older vines of merlot, comprising about five to seven hectares. Several months in new barrel add layers of richness and complexity, making the wine approachable and pleasing from release, with elegant structure that can stand the test of time. It is one of the great examples of Italian merlot, and only a small quantity is produced each year.
Wine Advocate, 95 points: “This is a lovely Merlot from a hot vintage that walks a fine line by showing the elegant side of the grape without teh excessive ripeness you might expect. The Tenuta di Trinoro 2022 Palazzi delivers a big pleasure factor – in the best Merlot tradition – with a molten combination of sweet cherry and spice. The tannins are soft, and this full-bodied Tuscan red is textured and rich. The high alcohol content measures 15.5%, but that heat is hidden well within. This 1,235-bottle release is born in areas of clay and sand with lots of rocks at a cooling 450 to 600 meters in elevation.”
