The wine of the month for October is our MERLOT DOC VENEZIA.
With the arrival of autumn, wine glasses turn red. For the month of October, we have chosen Merlot DOC Venezia as our star wine, a wine that embodies elegance, smoothness and versatility, perfect for accompanying the warmer, more enveloping flavours of the season.
Origins and territory
Merlot grapes grow in our vineyards in Busco di Ponte di Piave and Piavon di Oderzo, in the heart of the Venetian region. The harvest takes place in early September, when the grapes reach optimal ripeness, producing a balanced and intense wine.
Vinification and ageing
After maceration for about 8 days at a controlled temperature and malolactic fermentation in steel, the Merlot is aged for 10-12 months in oak barrels. This process gives the wine roundness, structure and a spicy touch that makes it unmistakable.
Tasting Tips
👀 Colour: deep ruby red, bright and enveloping.
👃 Bouquet: intense, with notes of wild berries – blackberries, raspberries, currants – and plum, enriched with subtle spicy nuances.
👄 Taste: smooth and fruity, with a pleasant savouriness that gives balance and persistence to the palate.
Pairings
- first courses such as classic pasta with meat sauce,
- red and white meats, grilled or baked,
- semi-mature cheeses, which enhance its smoothness.