
Dornfelder halbtrocken - RotwildIn the glass, the Rotwild Dornfelder from the house of Peter Mertes presents a brilliant shimmering purple color. In the glass, this red wine from Peter Mertes offers aromas of blackcurrants, mulberries, blackberries and blueberries, complemented by other fruity nuances. The light-bodied Peter Mertes Rotwild Dornfelder reveals to us an incredibly fruity taste on the palate, which is not without reason due to its residual sweet profile. On the tongue, this light-footed red wine is characterized by an immensely weighty texture. Due to the moderate fruit acidity, the Rotwild Dornfelder flatters with a pleasing mouthfeel, without lacking freshness at the same time. The final of this red wine from the wine-growing region of Rheinhessen finally convinces with a beautiful reverberation. Vinification of the Rotwild Dornfelder by Peter Mertes The basis for the elegant Rotwild Dornfelder from Germany are grapes from the Dornfelder grape variety. After harvesting, the grapes are quickly taken to the press house. Here they are selected and carefully crushed. Fermentation follows in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Fermentation is followed by aging for several months on the fine lees before the wine is finally drawn into bottles. After the wine is finished, the Rotwild Dornfelder is carefully harmonized. Food recommendation for the Rotwild Dornfelder from Peter Mertes Drink this red wine from Germany ideally tempered at 15 - 18°C as an accompanying wine to vegetable couscous with beef meatballs, veal boiled beef with beans and tomatoes or boeuf bourguignon.