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At Merlot Friuli Colli Orientali DOC

by Aquila del Torre · Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesMerlot
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Aquila del TorreFriuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow in Aquila del Torre’s hillside vineyards at 175–300 metres above sea level. The vines are 14 years old on average.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand into small crates, with only fully healthy bunches selected. Maceration takes place in stainless-steel tanks, followed by fermentation with native yeasts in steel vessels. Malolactic fermentation occurs in concrete vats.

Ageing

The wine ages for 12 months, developing additional complexity and a distinctive character.