Merlot Colli Orientali - Grillo Iole

Merlot Colli Orientali - Grillo IoleThe Merlot Colli Orientali from the Friuli-Venezia Giulia wine-growing region presents itself in the glass with a bright purple-red color. In the glass, this red wine from Grillo Iole offers aromas of blackberry, complemented by blueberry, black cherry and blackcurrant. On the palate, the Merlot Colli Orientali from Grillo Iole starts off wonderfully aromatic, fruit-driven and balanced. On the palate, the texture of this well-balanced red wine is wonderfully silky, velvety and dense. The finish of this red wine from the Friuli-Venezia Giulia wine-growing region ultimately impresses with a lovely aftertaste. The finish is also accompanied by mineral notes from the marl- and clay-dominated soils. Vinification of the Merlot Colli Orientali from Grillo Iole The basis for the balanced Merlot Colli Orientali from Italy is grapes of the Merlot variety. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Here, the vines drive their roots deep into soils of clay and marl. After harvesting, the grapes are quickly brought to the press house, where they are selected and gently crushed. This is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the Merlot Colli Orientali can continue to harmonize on the fine lees for several months. Food recommendation for the Merlot Colli Orientali from Grillo Iole This Italian is best enjoyed at a tempered 15–18°C. It pairs perfectly as an accompanying wine with lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, ossobuco or boiled veal with beans and tomatoes.