Terre Sicane, Merlot • 75 cl

• Type: Red
• Classification: Terre siciliane - Indicazione Geografica Protetta
• Varietals: Merlot
• Location of vineyards: South East of Sicily
• Vineyard altitude: 300-400 meters above sea level
• Vine training: Counter-espalier with 50-60 quintals/ha average yield
• Implant density: 4000-5000 plants/ha
• Ripening: September
• Vinification: Traditional maceration for 18-20 days at 24-28 °C
• Ageing: two years in oak and steel barrels
• Alcohol content: 14% vol.
• Serving temperature: 18-20° C

Organoleptic Characteristics:

• Visual aspect: Intense ruby red
• Aroma: Decisive character, persistent, with fruity notes typical of this varietals
• Taste: Greatly structured and rounded, with a complex and persistent fruity taste on the palate
• Food pairings: Red meats recipes, wild game and seasoned cheeses as well as savoury pastas.