The Merlot from Venica & Venica Winery
The Merlot from Cantina Venica & Venica is a refined example of how this international grape variety can express its utmost elegance in the Collio region. Known and appreciated worldwide, Merlot finds an ideal habitat in this area thanks to the temperate climate and clay-limestone soils, which give the wine a unique and distinctive personality. The care and attention dedicated by the winemakers during the vinification process are fundamental to preserving the essence of this grape, making it an essential wine for lovers of fine drinking and refinement.
The Merlot from Cantina Venica & Venica has an aging potential of over 10 years, during which it will continue to evolve, offering an unforgettable tasting experience and captivating even the most discerning palates.
The Winemaking
The Merlot grapes were harvested and destemmed after mid-September. Once in the winery, the grapes were macerated for about 10 days, a process that allows for optimal extraction of the grape’s aromas and tannins. Subsequently, the wine was aged for several months, enhancing the typical elegance and complexity of Merlot. Bottling takes place in July following the harvest.
Tasting the wine of the winery
The Merlot presents a fairly intense ruby red color. On the nose, the wine is young, fruity, and slightly herbaceous, with a harmonious bouquet that embraces notes of berries such as blueberries and blackcurrants, violets, plums, cherries, along with hints of tomato leaf, fennel, and rhubarb. Herbal notes like mint and thyme are also perceived, with a subtle balsamic note reminiscent of pine. On the palate, the wine is broad and deep, medium-bodied, with juicy richness of blackberries and cherries. The tannins are light and velvety, perfectly balancing with underbrush notes in a soft and enveloping sip. The acidity is generally low.
Food Pairings
Thanks to its body and elegance, Merlot pairs beautifully with mixed platters of cold cuts and cheeses, vinegar salami, brovada and muset, red meats, roasts, poultry, and aged cheeses. The ideal serving temperature is between 18 and 20°C.
THE WINERY
Welcome to the world of Venica & Venica, where every bottle is a journey through the hills of Collio. Founded in 1930 by grandfather Daniele Venica, this family-run winery spans 40 hectares of vineyards entirely located within the DOC Collio, one of the most prestigious viticulture areas in Italy. The winery is renowned for its ability to tell the story of the land through wines that are true masterpieces. The pedoclimatic variety and Ponca soil play a fundamental role, imparting a unique complexity and depth to the wines.. go to the winery page
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