Folonari Merlot 1.50L
Folonari Merlot 1.50L 1021556*-od
This 100% Merlot is aged in a combination of stainless steel tank and American oak barrels. Stainless steel aging helps the wine retain it’s fresh, fruit driven character, while the oak softens the wine and adds spicy, vanilla notes. The wine is bright red in color with a bouquet of blackberry and raspberry followed by a soft, balanced finish.
| Technical notes |
| Wine Type: Dry Red Grape Type: 70% Merlot, 30% Pinot Noir. Country: Italy Region: Veneto Vinification: The Merlot grapes are traditionally vinified with a long maceration of the skins in the must for 12 days; 30% of the new wine is aged in American oak barrels. The Pinot Noir grapes are also vinified traditionally, with a maceration period of about 8 days. |
| Food pairing |
| Food Match: veal, salmon, roasts, red meat, pasta in meat sauce, grilled vegetables, Hard cheeses |
| Producer |
| Folonari is one of the most celebrated names in the Italian wine market. It was the first producer to offer consumers the opportunity to taste perfectly vinified wines, and has played a critical role in the distribution of quality wines from every region in Italy thanks to its impressive selection expertise. Today, Folonari exports to 35 countries across all continents and offers one of the largest ranges of Italian wines. Folonari has been a byword for quality since 1825, when Francesco Folonari would select the best batches of grapes himself. Today as then, the passion and experience that have always distinguished the Folonari brand remain at the heart of its reputation for strength, reliability and value. Careful vineyard and grape selection combined with the very best vinification techniques produce wines of exceptional quality and authenticity, taking Folonari brand beyond the borders of Italy to enjoy enormous success overseas. Over the last 10 years, Folonari has sold more than 70 million bottles. The design on both the labels and brand is simple but effective: tradition meets modernity. The range of wines includes many varieties to satisfy consumer tastes: one brand that offers the best of Italian wine, renowned bottles that combine to make a superb selection. |
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| Size: | 1.5 L |
| Availability: | Currently Out of Stock |
| Distributed by: | IW |
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