Altromerlot
Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
It was 1987 when the idea of producing a different wine from the Friulian tradition of the time was born among the vineyards of Torre Rosazza. Thus it was that Altromerlot was born, probably the first Friulian wine to be aged for a long time in French oak barriques, "altro" because it was different from the Merlot that could be tasted at that time. Now the Altromerlot is recognized at the top of elegance among Friulian wines.
Awards
In 2021 the Altromerlot 2016 has been inserted in the Veronelli guide, with a 3/3 stars rating and a score of 93.
Also in 2021, the Altromerlot 2017 it has been inserted in the Doctor Wine guide, with a score of 95.
In 2020, the Altromerlot 2016 has been awarded the Gold Medal at the Wine Hunter Award, with a score of 93-95.9/100.
Vineyards
Friuli Colli Orientali (Manzano Hills)
Altitude
Our highest terracing: 200-250 m slm.
Training
Grape training: Guyot.
Age of the vineyard
30 years
Density
Density 4500 trees /hectare,
Yeld
yield about 40 50 quintals/hectare
Aging
24 months in barrique
Aging Potential
10-15 years
Terroir
Vinification
The grapes are harvested strictly by hand in the I-II decade of September, with selection on the plant. This is followed by operations of destemming-crushing and vinification in steel fermenters at a controlled temperature, where the must and the skins remain in contact for 8-10 days. The malolactic fermentation is carried out completely, followed by aging in Allier oak barriques which lasts at least 24 months.
Color
It has an intense and deep ruby red color.
Bouquet
On the nose it spreads in delicate aromas of small red berries and blueberries, and then evokes hints of moss and wood.
Flavor
At taste, you can immediately notice the tannin of the wine, of which elegance is the most evident attribute. It fills the palate with its softness and recalls red fruit jam, and then evolves into discreet hints of wood. Long persistence.
Data
At taste, you can immediately notice the tannin of the wine, of which elegance is the most evident attribute. It fills the palate with its softness and recalls red fruit jam, and then evolves into discreet hints of wood. Long persistence.
Pairings
Colli Orientali del Friuli
Pignolo
Sauvignon
Pinot Grigio
Ribolla Gialla
