Merlot 'del Pompiere' Schiopetto

Venezia Giulia IGT • Friuli Venezia Giulia • Schiopetto
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Schiopetto
Denomination
Venezia Giulia IGT
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 10-12 days
Aging
Some months in steel tanks and 4 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Merlot 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Friuli Venezia Giulia embodies traditional Italian winemaking heritage. With 14% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Merlot 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards on soils composed of marl of Eocene origin. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 10-12 days. The wine is aged some months in steel tanks and 4 months in bottle. A wine showing the influence of the region's cool alpine breezes.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs

About Friuli Venezia Giulia Wine Region

Friuli Venezia Giulia is celebrated as one of Italy's premier white wine regions.

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