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Tuscany is known for its landscapes, history and artistic legacy. As the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, the region has an incredible art and architecture heritage.
\nTuscany is certainly the most famous of all Italian regions for its wines. Sangiovese reigns in all its forms in the vineyards of Chianti but also Montepulciano and Montalcino.
\nIt is also the land of the Super Tuscan, the Bordeaux blend style that laid the foundation of some of the greatest Italian wines.
\nAs a pairing with these wines, Tuscany cuisine is based on simplicity but high quality and certainly topped with Tuscan olive oil, recognized all over the world.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”6352″ img_size=”400×200″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
The Fran\u00e7ois family, which settled in Tuscany in the 18th century, has owned the Castello di Querceto estate since 1897.
\nSince then, they have played a vital role in the development of the Tuscan wine industry. In 1924, Castello di Querceto was one of the 33 founding members of the Chianti Classico Consortium.
\nThe vineyards sit at 470 metres above sea level and extend over 190 hectares, of which 60 hectares are planted with vines. These 60 hectares are divided into 22 different lots, individually chosen for their specific micro-climatic characteristics.
\nSince 1978, the company has been directed by Alessandro Fran\u00e7ois who ensures that the characteristics and potential of each vineyard are reflected in every wine he produces.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Named after the wild boar of the region that both wiped out one of the first vintages and is a great match \u2013 as a ragu sauce with pasta!<\/p>\n
“The Castello di Querceto 2016 Cignale is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with a tiny part Merlot to soften it up. This is a plump, rich and nicely structured wine with a dark core of dense fruit, spice, dark blackberry and dried plum. The wine is structured and firm with good support for all that rich and dense oak fruit. Compared to the slightly softer 2015 vintage, this wine is more angular and tightly wound.” – Wine Advocate, 94 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Grape:<\/strong> 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":6418,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\n