Merlot Südtirol DOC 2015 - J. Hofstätter

The Merlot Alto Adige DOC by Tenuta J. Hofstätter is intensely ruby red in the glass, the bouquet is warm, concentrated and dense, with aromatic notes typical of this variety of borage jelly and hints of undergrowth and humus. Powerfully complex on the palate, this South Tyrolean Merlot unfolds its distinctly vinous aroma, with well integrated, firm tannins and soft fruit. The finish is long and persistent.

Vinification of Merlot Alto Adige DOC by J.Hofstätter

The vineyards on which the vines stand for this Merlot have marl and clay soils. After manual harvesting, the grapes are lightly crushed and destemmed, the mash is fermented for about 10 days after a short maceration. The must is kept in contact with the skins by pumping and gentle ramming and at the end of fermentation the temperature is slightly increased to achieve better colour and flavour extraction from the skins.

Food pairing for the Merlot Alto Adige by Tenuta J.Hofstätter

This fine South Tyrolean Merlot is an excellent accompaniment to dark and red grilled meat, hearty, tasty dishes and spicy medium-ripe and mature cheese.