2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 2.3 g/L
pH 3.52
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Merlot
Drinking Window 2028+
Classification Venezia Giulia IGT
Region Venezia Giulia
Sulfites 90.0 ppm
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details The specialist listing gives eight months of maturation in stainless steel/tonneau, filtration, and dry extract of 29.55 g/L. Its recommended serving range is 16–18°C.
Tasting Notes Garnet-purple; crisp plum, ripe blackberry, earthy nuances and clove; lean yet full-bodied and harmonious.
Food Pairing Pizza, pasta and baked pasta; terrines and pâté; savoury snacks; lean meat; feathered game; medium-aged cheese.
Critics Ratings 93
Vintages
2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
Total Acidity 5.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Merlot
Classification Venezia Giulia IGT
Region Venezia Giulia
Soil Marl of eocene origin
Harvest Dates First half of September
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks
Serving Temperature 18°C · 64°F
Production Details The wine comes from the third selection of Merlot grapes at Podere dei Blumeri. Vines are trained to bilateral Guyot; grapes are harvested manually at a stated yield of 60 quintals per hectare. Fermentation lasts 10–12 days in stainless-steel tanks at 18°C. Maturation is in stainless steel, followed by at least four months in bottle. The standard serving recommendation is 18°C, with 15°C suggested when served as a summer aperitif.
Tasting Notes Ruby red; morello cherry, wild strawberry and balsamic nuances; soft and enveloping palate with red berries, liquorice and spice.
Food Pairing Poultry and red meats