Merlot
IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) Terre Siciliane
Grapes used: Merlot.
Harvest: Late August - early September.
Bottling: Various batches.
FERMENTATION
Method: Maceration in stainless-steel vats.
Temperature: 20-22°C at start of process, 30°C at end.
Duration: 8 days.
Malolactic: Yes.
TASTING NOTES
Intense ruby-red color.
Fragrance initially reminiscent of forest fruits, followed by floral notes.
On the palate, it is generous, mouth-filling and dry.
A wine of great character.
ACCOMPANIMENT
Serve at 16-18°C with strongly flavored appetizers and entrées, game and hard cheeses.
Merlot: Originally from Gironde. Merlot arrived to Italy in 1880 and thanks to its ability to adapt easily it soon became, along with Chardonnay, one of the most renowned and cultivated vine variety.
AWARDS
2016 - VINI VERONELLI - annata 2013: 87/100
2014 - VINI VERONELLI - annata 2010: 88/100
2010 - BRUXELLES - annata 2007: Medaglia d'Argento
2009 - BRUXELLES - annata 2007: 78,31/100
2009 - LUCA MARONI - annata 2007: 83 A.Q
2008 - SELEZIONE DEL SINDACO - annata 2006: Medaglia d'Argento
2008 - PRAMAGGIORE - annata 2006: Gran Menzione
