{"product_id":"pacelli-pauciuri-esaro-2012","title":"Pacelli Pauciuri Esaro 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003ePacelli Pauciuri Esaro 2012 is a characterful Calabrian red that captures the wild, sun-drenched spirit of southern Italy. Crafted in the Esaro area of Calabria, this wine brings together native red varieties to deliver depth, warmth, and a distinctly Mediterranean personality. The 2012 vintage has had time to evolve gracefully in the bottle, offering complexity and maturity that will appeal to lovers of authentic, regional Italian reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Pacelli Pauciuri Esaro 2012 shows a deep ruby core with garnet highlights along the rim, reflecting its decade-plus of bottle age. The nose is inviting and layered: ripe red and black cherries, dried plum, and blackberry compote are lifted by notes of dried herbs, leather, sweet spice, and a subtle earthiness. Hints of tobacco leaf, licorice, and dried flowers emerge with some air, adding further nuance.\n\nOn the palate, this is a medium to full-bodied wine with a supple, developed texture. Flavors of macerated red berries, black cherry, and dark stone fruit are framed by savory undertones of Mediterranean scrub, cocoa, and a touch of balsamic. The tannins are well-integrated and velvety at this stage, while the acidity remains lively enough to keep the wine fresh and food-friendly. The 2012 vintage is drinking beautifully now, showing mature complexity; it can be enjoyed over the next few years, but it is at or near its ideal window for most palates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Pauciuri Esaro 2012 is sourced from hillside vineyards in Calabria’s Esaro area, where a warm Mediterranean climate, abundant sunshine, and cooling breezes from the nearby mountains and sea help local red varieties ripen fully while retaining freshness. The soils are typically a mix of clay, sand, and stones, contributing both structure and aromatic intensity to the wine. Grapes are usually harvested by hand to allow for careful selection in the vineyard, ensuring that only healthy, fully ripe bunches make it into the cellar. Fermentation traditionally takes place in temperature-controlled tanks to preserve varietal character, followed by maturation—often in a combination of stainless steel and oak—allowing the wine to gain texture, integrate tannins, and develop its layered, savory profile before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Calabrian red is a natural match for hearty, rustic Italian cuisine. Try it with slow-cooked ragù (especially lamb or beef), grilled sausages, stuffed peppers, eggplant parmigiana, or oven-baked pasta dishes with rich tomato sauce and aged cheeses. It also pairs beautifully with hard cheeses such as Pecorino, Caciocavallo, and mature Parmesan. Serve at around 16–18°C (60–64°F) for optimal expression of fruit and aromatics. Decanting for 30–45 minutes is recommended, especially to let any initial bottle-reduction blow off and to allow the evolved aromas of the 2012 vintage to fully open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacelli is a quality-driven producer from Calabria, dedicated to showcasing the character of the region’s native grape varieties and distinctive terroir. Working in one of Italy’s lesser-known yet historically rich wine regions, Pacelli focuses on crafting expressive wines that balance tradition with a thoughtful, modern approach in the cellar. The estate’s work contributes to Calabria’s growing reputation among wine enthusiasts, who increasingly look beyond the classic northern regions for authenticity and value. Through labels like Pauciuri Esaro, Pacelli has helped demonstrate that Calabria can produce age-worthy, complex reds that stand proudly alongside better-known Italian appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pacelli","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255208333649,"sku":"XW-13088","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/pacelli-pauciuri-esaro-2012_13088_1.jpg?v=1783457380","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/pacelli-pauciuri-esaro-2012","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}