Malbech

Producer:
Azienda Vitivinicola Ornella Bellia
Region:
Veneto
Grape:
Malbech (100%)
Classification:
IGT Veneto
Vintage:
2019
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry red wine from Malbec. This grape variety originates in France, yields quite tannic berries with intense color. Malbech from eastern Veneto is a fresh wine with gently balanced acidity and pronounced fruit notes. Not aged in wood, matured only for a few months in stainless steel tanks. It‘s a good accompaniment to many dishes, especially based on meats.

Details

Color: lively red with age having purple hues.

Aroma: notes of red fruit, delicate spices.

Flavor: dry, fresh.

Food matching: excellent with cured meats, white meats and game.

Serving temperature: 18°C.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

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