Cà Merlot 2018 Fedespina Magnum 150 cl

Description

History

In 2003, the idea of ​​renovating the old vineyard, with an approach oriented towards sustainability and biodiversity, came to life by Mirta Fedespina and Antonio Farina, owners of the estate and wine enthusiasts, together with the winemaker Francesco Petacco. The choice was to work with a blend of native and international varieties: Ciliegiolo, a black grape variety native to the area, and Merlot, present in upper Lunigiana for centuries thanks to the passage of pilgrims along the Via Francigena. In 2014, with the arrival in the company of their son Matteo, an architect by training but a winemaker by passion, the research focused on the recovery of historic vineyards. The development continued with the acquisition of a fifty-year-old vineyard located at an altitude of 300 meters on the slopes of the Tuscan Apennines, with vines that are over 40 years old and are located on alluvial soils. In the vineyard, the approach is careful and as non-interventionist as possible, maintaining constant respect for biodiversity.

Grapes used

100% Merlot

Production method

Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation and maceration on the skins for 25 days. The wine then ages for 15 months in 300-liter oak barrels.

Alcohol content

13.5%

Tasting notes

Dark ruby ​​red color. On the nose it releases a remarkable intensity and complexity, with aromas ranging from ripe plum to tomato leaf, from rosemary to notes of undergrowth. On the palate, the wine is broad and enveloping, with a full and silky structure, enlivened by the constant presence of a saline component.

Possible pairings

Ideal with first courses with tomato and meat sauce, tasty cheeses and second courses of red meat.