Merlot
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The Merlot from Casa alle Vacche is an enveloping and deep red wine that combines the elegance of the international grape variety with the strength of Tuscan terroir. A wine that captivates with its balance between power and roundness.
Tasting Notes
Deep, intense ruby color. The nose is complex and seductive, with notes of wild berries, jam, sweet spices and hints of vanilla. On the palate, it is full-bodied, warm, austere, with soft tannins and an elegant, lingering finish.
Food Pairings
Perfect with roasts, mixed grills, game, aged cheeses and Tuscan cured meats. Also excellent with spicy or braised dishes.
Why Choose It
Merlot is the perfect choice for those seeking a rich, velvety and modern red wine. It pairs perfectly with structured dishes but is also excellent as a meditation wine. A wine to rediscover each time, capable of surprising with its harmony and length.
Technical Characteristics
- Denomination: Tuscany IGT Red “Merlot”
- Grape variety: Merlot
- Production area: San Gimignano (Tuscany)
- Soil: Pliocene overconsolidated clays and ocher sands
- Altitude: 210-280 m above sea level
- Microclimate: Humid in winter/spring, hot and dry in summer
- Planting density: 4,500 vines/ha
- Yield: 45 hl/ha
- Training system: Low spurred cordon. Complete grass cover, green pruning, manual harvest and selection of grapes in small crates
- Harvest: Manual, with grape selection
- Vinification: traditional red wine maceration with initial stay at 20°C, punching down and pumping over for at least 15 days, with temperature control at 30°C. After racking, transfer to small oak barrels for 4 months.
- Aging: Minimum 2 months bottle aging
- Alcohol content: 14% vol
- Serving temperature: 18°C
