Merlot Collio in OHK 1,5 l Magnum - Draga

In the glass, the Merlot Collio in OHK 1.5 l Magnum from Draga reveals a bright purple color. This varietal Italian wine reveals in the glass wonderfully complex notes of currant jelly and raspberries. In addition, hints of minerals.

On the palate, the Merlot Collio in OHK 1.5 l Magnum from Draga opens wonderfully dry, grippy and aromatic. On the tongue, this balanced red wine is characterized by an incredibly velvety, dense and silky texture. The final of this red wine from the wine-growing region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia finally convinces with beautiful reverberation. The finish is also accompanied by mineral notes of the soils dominated by sandstone.

Vinification of Merlot Collio in OHK 1.5 l Magnum from Draga

This red wine clearly focuses on one grape variety, and that is Merlot. Only first-class grape material was brought in for this wonderfully balanced varietal wine from Draga. In Friuli Venezia Giulia, the vines that produce the grapes for this wine grow on soils of sandstone. After harvesting, the grapes arrive at the winery by the fastest route. Here they are selected and carefully crushed. Then fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After the end of fermentation, the Merlot Collio in OHK 1.5 l magnum can harmonize further for 42 months on the fine lees.

Serving recommendation for the Merlot Collio in OHK 1,5 l Magnum by Draga

This Italian red wine is best enjoyed tempered at 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as an accompaniment to vegetable couscous with beef meatballs, lamb stew with chickpeas and dried figs, or stuffed peppers.

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