{"product_id":"antinori-la-braccesca-merlot-1997-075l","title":"Antinori La Braccesca Merlot 1997 - 0,75l","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntinori La Braccesca Merlot 1997 is an elegant Tuscan red that showcases the plush, expressive side of Merlot from one of Italy’s most respected wine families. Deeply colored and classically styled, it combines ripe fruit, spice and a refined touch of oak in a wine that reflects both the warmth of Tuscany and Antinori’s long winemaking tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a deep, dark ruby color with mature highlights that hint at its age. The nose is layered and inviting, with ripe black and red fruits, sweet spice and subtle vanilla notes from oak aging.\n\nOn the palate, it is smooth, full-bodied and well balanced, with soft tannins, lively acidity and a long, harmonious finish. After more than two decades, it should offer more tertiary complexity than youthful fruit, making it especially rewarding for those who enjoy mature red wines with graceful development potential rather than further long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Tuscany from carefully selected Merlot grapes, this wine benefits from the region’s warm days, cooling nights and well-drained soils, which help preserve freshness while encouraging ripe, concentrated fruit. The grapes are typically harvested at optimal ripeness and vinified with an eye toward extracting color, structure and aromatic depth, followed by oak aging to add spice, texture and subtle vanilla nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Merlot pairs beautifully with game, lamb, grilled or roasted beef, and hearty mushroom dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes if the bottle is showing youthful structure or reduced aromas; for a mature vintage like 1997, a gentle decant can also help the wine open fully before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Braccesca is part of the Antinori family’s portfolio, one of the most influential and historic names in Italian wine, with a legacy stretching back over six centuries. The estate has become an important reference point in Tuscany for high-quality, site-driven wines, and Antinori is widely recognized for combining tradition, modern cellar expertise and consistent excellence across its estates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Villa Antinori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54426707853649,"sku":"GWCOM-WP000142","price":46.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/WP000142.png?v=1785227103","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/antinori-la-braccesca-merlot-1997-075l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}