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Friuli Grave Merlot Doc


Curiosity Over the years, the wine producers in Friuli Venezia Giulia, have discovered the best methods for the cultivation of grapes in this area and consequently they are able to offer excellent products in this field, such as the Merlot, Rebosco, Verduzzo and others.
 
Tips This wine is should be drunk within one to two years of its production and served at a warm temperature from 16 to 18° C. It is highly recommended with roast meats, barbeques and pasta such as Tagliatelle with ragų. You should also try it with the famous Lamb with herbs
 
Caratteristiche Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia
Taste: dry, tannic but balanced, herbaceous
Colour: ruby red tending towards garnet
Fragrance: winy, herbaceous
Alcoholic strength: 12 – 12.5°
Associated food: roast meats, barbeques, pasta
Served at: 16 to 18°C.
Glass: for still red wine
 
 
Description The Merlot grapes used to make this wine come from the area Grave dei Friuli, situated on the plain near the Tagliamento River where both red and white wines are produced. This area enjoys a mild climate as the plains go down to the sea where the climate is less cold.