Early drinkers
Merlot DOC Venezia

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 pairings: Ideal with all dishes, especially lasagne, roast meat, cold meats and grilled meats.
Serve at 16°C in wide-bowled red wine glasses.

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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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