Villa Russiz Merlot Graf De La Tour 2009 is a dry Friulian red wine made from Merlot grapes. Intense ruby red, it offers a complex aroma of red fruits and spices. On the palate, it is soft, structured, with elegant tannins and a long finish. Aged in barriques, it is ideal with red meats and aged cheeses.
Italy - Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Collio Goriziano Dry Red Wine Merlot
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Colour
Intense ruby red with garnet reflections, brilliant
Bouquet
Intense and complex, notes of small ripe red fruits, black pepper, tobacco, vanilla and balsamic hints
Taste
Soft, velvety, well-structured, with elegant tannins and a long fruity and spicy finish
Alcohol content
14.0-14.5% vol.
Type of glass
Large glass for important red wines (e.g. Bordeaux Grand Cru)
Pairings
Roasted or grilled red meats, game, aged cheeses, truffle-based dishes
Refinement
12-18 months in French oak barriques, then several months in bottle
Vinification
Maceration on the skins for 15-20 days, controlled fermentation temperature
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