Other Zones in Alto Adige/Südtiroler DOC
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Wine: Red wine
Taste: Dry
Volume: Medium
Min. alcohol: 11%
Mandatory Storage: Min. 2 years
Storage potential: 4 years
The red wine Alto Adige Merlot Riserva DOC has the same grape composition as the non-aged type, namely the Merlot grape (85-100%), with the permitted addition of local red grapes (0-15%).
The wine is also known as Südtirol/Südtiroler Merlot Riserva DOC.
Alto Adige Merlot Riserva 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.
The mandatory aging period is 2 years, starting with January 1st of the harvesting year.
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.
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