Melfio Palizzi Rosso - Altomonte

Melfio Palizzi Rosso - AltomonteWith the Altomonte Melfio Palizzi Rosso, a first-class red wine finds its way into the glass. It displays a wonderfully bright, ruby-red color. The nose of this red wine from Calabria seduces with nuances of blackberry. Following the aromas further, notes of blueberry, blackcurrant and black cherry emerge. The Altomonte Melfio Palizzi Rosso presents itself to the wine lover as wonderfully dry. This red wine never appears coarse or lean, but rather round and smooth. On the palate, the texture of this well-balanced red wine is wonderfully light, crisp and silky. The finish of this red wine from the wine-growing region of Calabria, more precisely from Bivongi DOC, ultimately impresses with a beautiful aftertaste. The finish is also accompanied by mineral facets from the limestone-dominated soils. Vinification of the Melfio Palizzi Rosso from Altomonte This balanced red wine from Italy is made from the Nerello Mascalese grape variety. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in Calabria. Here the vines drive their roots deep into limestone soils. After the grape harvest, the grapes are brought to the winery without delay. There they are selected and gently crushed. This is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the Melfio Palizzi Rosso can continue to harmonize on the fine lees for several months. Food recommendation for the Melfio Palizzi Rosso from Altomonte This red wine from Italy is best enjoyed at a tempered 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as an accompanying wine to boeuf bourguignon, lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, or duck breast with sugar snap peas.