Merlot

Producer:
Azienda Agricola Cencig Nicola & Mauro
Region:
Friuli - Venezia Giulia
Grape:
Merlot (100%)
Classification:
DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli
Vintage:
2011
Capacity:
0.75 l

Dry red wine varietal Merlot. The Colli Orientali zone in addition to white wines is also known from famous red wines, which include Merlot. It comes from a vineyard called Ronc de Schena, located in the town of Manzano. This wine is light and pleasant to drink, not aged in wood.

Details

Color: red, ruby.
Aroma: notes of forest fruits, raspberries, blackberries, a slight hint of wild grass.
Flavor: dry, harmonious.
Food matching: ideal for charcuterie, meat sauce-based dishes. Older age wines fit well into the game and spicy meats.
Serving temperature:16°/18°C.
Alcohol content: 12,5%.

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