Merlot "Rondineto" Fattoria Giuseppe Savini
| Sommelier score | 86/100 | 2022 |
| Winery | Fattoria Giuseppe Savini |
| Denomination | Merlot Igt |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Grapes | 100% Merlot |
| Alcohol content | 12,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | TE/3137 |
| Winery headquarter | Fattoria Giuseppe Savini - Morro D’Oro (TE) - Contrada Piane Vomano, Frazione Pagliare |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Cold cuts and salami, Meat stewed, Medium-aged cheeses, Soups, Sliced beef, Cannelloni, Cockerel grilled, Meet in tomato sauce |
| Region | Abruzzo (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Merlot |
Fattoria Giuseppe Savini produces this fresh and fruity international wine through the vinification of its vineyard owners, falling within the company. The vinification involves the use of 100% Merlot grapes, bred with the Cortina Semplice method. The production area is characterized by the presence of vineyards facing south and south-west, in the municipalities of Morro D'Oro and Notaresco in the province of Teramo. The land rises at an altitude above sea level of 250 meters with the presence of calcareous clay soil; typical of the territorial area. The wine is harvested in the second half of September, immediately given in the cellar for the soft pressing of the grapes. Maceration followed for 10 days. Then the racking and the maceration to complete the alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, where malolactic fermentation also takes place. It is then bottled for about 3 months in bottle.
Characteristics of Merlot "Rondineto"
The organoleptic examination is ruby red tending to purple. The nose has ample and rich olfactory notes of fresh fruits, raspberries, blackberries, currants, and cherries. The taste expresses a slight herbaceous note, it is velvety and properly tannic, with good balance and intensity. The finish is persistent.
Serving suggestions tasting this red wine
A wine from the Fattoria Giuseppe Savini d'Abruzzo that goes perfectly with the dishes of the local tradition. Excellent with meat sauces and main courses full-bodied and structured. It goes well with medium-aged cheeses. The serving temperature must be 16ºC in a wide glass.
