Variety of grapes
Merlot
Vineyard
Planting system 2.70 x 0,90
Training system: spurred cordon
Year planted: 2000-2002
Soil
Mainly volcanic, sedimentary, clayish
Altitude 300 m
Harvest
Hand-picked, during the first half of September
Yield
Grapes: 60 q / ha - Wine: 40 hl / ha
Vinfication
Maceration with the traditional contact of the grape skins for 10-12 days. First extraction with the removal of a part of the must and continuous pumping until the end of the fermentation process. Alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature with selected.
Maturation
2-3 months stainless steel tanks
14 months in barrels and new French oak casks
10-12 months in bottle
Organoleptic characteristics
Bright, deep ruby red color, with a firm and decisively full bouquet, enhanced by notes of blackberries and plums. The taste is smooth and harmonious, with good alcohol content, lasting persistence, and a pleasant, fruity return.
Producer’s recommendations
Ideal with first courses of meat dishes, braised and stewed meats, aged cheese and game.
To be served at 16-18°C.