Early Drinkers

Merlot DOC Venezia

18.70

Grape varieties:
Single variety Merlot.
Production area and location:
Alluvial basin of the Piave river to the south east of Treviso.
Harvest:
Hand-picked from late September to early October.
Vinification:
Classic on-skin maceration for 8-10 days with frequent pumping the wine over the cap.
Ripening and aging:Malolactic fermentation completed in stainless steel vessels, with subsequent bottling and resting for further aging.
Sensory characteristics:
Ruby red in colour with violet reflections, intense perfume, slightly grassy and grapey. The taste is full, robust and dry.
Food pairing:
Ideal with all dishes, especially lasagne, roast meat, cold meats and grilled meats.
Serve at 16°C in wide-bowled red wine glasses.
Alcohol by volume:
12,50% vol.
Total acidity:
5,7 g/l
Reducing sugars:
4,4 g/l
Sulphites:
78 mg/l
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