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Merlot del Veneto IGT

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  • Country: Italy
  • Region: Veneto
  • District: Monteforte d'Alpone
  • Varietals: 100% Merlot
  • Varietals: Single vineyard and vintage
  • Alcohol: 12.0%
  • Aging: Extended maceration of the grapes followed by minimum 6 months in stainless steel
  • Bottle: 750ml

Winemaker: Cantine Riondo De Valier 

Wine Notes:

This wine is an excellent example of the simple values of traditional northern Italian wine making, and are present in this fresh, smooth and flavorful, easy to drink Merlot del Veneto.

This style of Merlot wine has become a traditional table favorite of northern Italy and comes from one of the foremost wine regions known for its quality wine production.
 
The earliest recorded mention of Merlot was in the notes of a local Bordeaux official who in 1784 labeled wine made from the grape in the Libournais region as one of the area's best. The name comes from the French regional "patois" word "merlot", which means "young blackbird" ("merle" is the French word for several kinds of thrushes, including blackbirds); the naming came either because of the grape's beautiful dark-blue color, or due to blackbirds' fondness for grapes.

It was first recorded in Italy around Venice under the synonym Bordò in 1855, and noted to be introduced to help support French wine production. In Italy over the years the grape has taken on its own wonderful, rich character in and is now known as a true northern Italian classic. The Merlot grape is often blended with Sangiovese to give the wine a similar softening effect as the Bordeaux blends. 

Winemaker Notes:

At sight, a deep ruby red color with garnet hues. The bouquet is wide, herbaceous, and delicate. On the palate it is fruit forward and smooth, nicely tannic, very well balanced, with a long, delicious and persistent finish.

Wines from this appellation are usually suited to moderate aging and at their best drunk young.

At its best when opened 30 minutes prior to serving.

Pairing:

Pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, barbeque, pasta, and savory fish dishes as well.

Price: $12.98