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Le Guglie Merlot Veneto IGT

by Botter · Veneto, Italy

AppellationVenetoIGT
TypeRed
GrapesMerlot
VineyardVeneto
LineLe Guglie
BotterVeneto, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Veneto. Warm summer sunshine interacts with cooler mountain breezes, creating day-to-night temperature changes that support fruity character, a smooth structure, and good longevity. The soils are clay and sandstone.

Grapes

Merlot.

Vinification

Harvested grapes are destemmed and macerated for 7–8 days to extract color and structure. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations take place in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled 25–27°C.

Technical data

Alcohol: 12% vol., with a possible vintage-dependent variation of ±0.5% vol. Available format: 750 ml.

Tasting profile

Intense red color, with an elegant, well-structured profile. The clean bouquet combines violet, redcurrant, and cherry. Balanced and smooth in style, the palate is delicate, persistent, full-bodied, and tannic.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 16–18°C; the wine page gives 18–20°C. Pair with flavorful first courses such as risotto, richly dressed pasta or stuffed ravioli, as well as white and red meats, roasts, and grilled dishes.