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Red

Caldora Ortonese Sangiovese Merlot Puglia IGT

by Farnese · Abruzzo, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese, Merlot
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessOff-dry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
FarneseAbruzzo, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

In Puglia, the fruit ripens under strong sunlight and high temperatures. Cool winds from the Apennines and Adriatic sea breezes create a Mediterranean microclimate with hot summers and snowy winters. Hills and mountain slopes have marly clay soils rich in sand and limestone, while flatter coastal sites are characterised by gravel and alluvial deposits.

Vinification

After harvest, the grapes are gently crushed and destemmed. Maceration takes place at 26–28 °C, and the wine is filtered before bottling.