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Region: Trentino-Alto Adige
Zone: Alto Adige/Südtiroler DOC
Wine:

Alto Adige/Südtiroler Merlot DOC

Facts about this wine

Wine: Red wine
Taste: Semi dry
Volume: Medium
Min. alcohol: 11%
Storage potential: 3 years

Alto Adige Merlot DOC is a red wine based on the Merlot grape (85-100%), with the permitted addition of local red grapes (0-15%).

The wine is also known as Südtirol/Südtiroler Merlot DOC.

Alto Adige Merlot DOC is a ruby red wine with a pleasant, distinctive and slightly grassy scent. The taste is dry and fresh, with a slightly herbaceous aftertaste.

An aged type, Alto Adige Merlot Riserva DOC, is also available.

If the label mentions “Vigna” (Gewächs or Wachstum), followed by the name of a place, it refers to a specific vineyard area or a “micro zone”.

The wine is a good accompaniment of sausages, pasta, brassato al Merlot (local meat dish) and soft cheeses.

Great dishes to have with Alto Adige/Südtiroler Merlot DOC

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