Merlot DOC Venezia

GRAPE VARIETIES:
100% Merlot.

PRODUCTION AREA AND EXPOSURE:
The alluvial plain of the River Piave, south-east of Treviso.

HARVEST:
Hand-harvested from late September to early October.

WINEMAKING:
Classic red wine vinification with maceration for approximately 8–10 days, involving frequent pumping over.

MATURATION AND AGEING:
Malolactic fermentation completed in stainless steel tanks, followed by bottling and ageing in bottle for further refinement.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS:
It has a ruby-red colour with violet hues; the aroma is intense, slightly herbaceous and vinous. The flavour is full-bodied, robust and dry.

FOOD PAIRINGS:
Excellent throughout a meal, particularly with lasagne, roast meats, cured meats and grilled dishes.
Serve at 16°C in large red wine glasses.

ALCOHOL CONTENT:
12.50% vol.

TOTAL ACIDITY:
5.7 g/l

REDUCING SUGARS:
4.4 g/l

SULPHITES:
78 mg/l

Visit, taste and stay, this is the philosophy of Ornella Molon winery!

Upon your arrival to Campo di Pietra, in the beautiful setting of the seventeenth century Villa Giustinian-Molon Traverso, you can discover the wines of the PIAVE appellation with tastings at the winery shop. Next, enjoy the food prepared in the cosy and welcoming Osteria, then stay at agriturismo (B&B) Barchessa Molon, built in the XVIII century and recently restored whilst preserving the history of the building as well as providing todays necessities. The perfect solution to relax surrounded by a park where you can walk to enjoy the tranquillity immerged in history. Located near the motorway exits A4 are Noventa di Piave (Designer Outlet McArthur Glen) and Cessalto.

The Estate is in a strategic position, ideally situated for visits to Venice, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Treviso and Padova as well as the famous seaside towns of Jesolo, Caorle and Bibione.