"Merlot" Sito dell'Ulmo 2009 - PLANETA 1500ml x 1 bottle

Sieti del Ulmo is made from a single Merlot vineyard. Years of experience have shown that the historic French varietal Merlot, grown in the Ulmo vineyard on the shores of Lake Arancio, produces an ideal wine that beautifully expresses this terroir.

Classification: Menfi DOC

Grape Variety: 100% Merlot

Tasting Notes: Deep ruby color. Rich aromas of black cherry and plum intertwine with nuances of tobacco and sweet spices. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and rich fruit in harmonious balance. The lingering finish of dark chocolate and vanilla contributes to an elegant and complex vintage.

Winemaking Method: After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and crushed, then the juice is transferred to stainless steel tanks for alcoholic fermentation. During fermentation, short pump-overs (circulation) are performed 2-3 times a day for 15-20 minutes to enhance the wine's complexity while minimizing stress on the skins. The fermentation period is approximately 6-8 days. The temperature is gradually increased, starting at around 16°C, aiming for 20-22°C, and reaching 25-26°C towards the end, at which point cooling is stopped to complete fermentation. After fermentation, the wine is racked to remove the lees and transferred to French oak barrels for 14 months of aging. Malolactic fermentation occurs entirely in the barrels. Aging uses oak barrels from Allier (50% new barrels, 25% second-use barrels, 25% third-use barrels).

Pairing: Accompanies dishes from pasta to main courses, and aged cheeses.