Il Palagio

Sangiovese Message in a Bottle IGT - Limited Edition - Il Palagio - Sting 2024

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Il Palagio
Name IGT Toscana Rosso
Variety Sangiovese 70%, Syrah 15%, Merlot 15%
Vintage 2024
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes
Vinification method Steel fermentation, aging in barrels
Region Tuscany
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging A few months in wooden barrels
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5 years
Pairing Red meats, aged cheeses
Nestled in the Tuscan hills lies the Il Palagio estate, owned by the renowned musician Sting, where the Sangiovese Message in a Bottle IGT is produced. This limited edition captures the essence of the unique terroir of this region, famous for producing high-quality wines.

The Sangiovese Message in a Bottle IGT is a wine that speaks to the heart, offering a bouquet of intense and seductive aromas. On the nose, one can distinguish notes of ripe fruit such as cherries and plums, enriched by hints of sweet spices and a slight touch of oak, due to the aging in barriques.

On the palate, the structure is robust yet elegant, with a pleasant acidity that balances the richness of the fruit. The tannins are well-integrated and smooth, making this wine pleasantly harmonious. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, leaving a lingering aftertaste that invites another sip.

The vintage is carefully selected, ensuring that only superior quality grapes are used to maintain the high standard that this label promises. Message in a Bottle is more than a cultural reference; it is a testament to Il Palagio's commitment to sustainability and their love for the land that hosts them.

This wine is ideal to serve with red meat dishes, game, or aged cheeses. Its complexity and elegance also make it perfect as a meditation wine, for moments of pure solitary pleasure or in good company. A true gem for Sangiovese lovers and those who wish to discover a unique expression of this grape variety in the heart of Tuscany.
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How to serve

Glass:

Wide Goblet

Serve to:

16-18°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 2-3 years

Production area


Tuscany

The winery

Il Palagio – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Il Palagio.

Historic Tuscan estate owned by Sting and Trudie Styler, producing wines and other estate products using organic farming methods.
Region: Toscana
Country: Italia
Grapes: Sangiovese, Vermentino
Property of Sting and Trudie Styler Production of wines labeled with names linked to the owner's repertoire. Replanted vineyards and managed with organic methods Integrated production: wine, extra virgin olive oil, honey and garden produce Historic estate and 16th-century villa also used for hospitality and events.
Winery history
A historic villa and agricultural estate, transformed and restored over time, it is now the private residence of Sting and Trudie Styler. The estate continues a long local winemaking tradition and, after the recovery of the property, vineyards were replanted to relaunch the production of wines and other estate products.
Production philosophy
Production rooted in the land: wines and specialties from the estate garden made with an artisanal approach and organic methods, focused on the quality of ingredients and respect for the rhythms of the land.
Terroir and vineyards
Tuscan hills in the Chianti area, south of Florence: vineyards, olive groves and agricultural land surrounding the estate's historic villa.

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