First produced in 2000 with the idea of exalting the characteristics of Merlot in Matelica. We consider Matelica to be an ideal habitat for this vineyard. It is a structured wine but at the same time it is easy to drink and has elegance. To date, we have only produced six 2015 vintages, those of which we consider to be of excellent quality. It is the winery’s only wine that matures in new barriques..

Interesting fact:: the name Ardiale is dedicated to Umberto's daughter, GagliArdi Alessandra.

Name:	MARCHE MERLOT IGT
Production Area:	Matelica (Mc), Marche region, Italia
Type:	Red
Grape:	Merlot
Vineyard description:	South exposure; altitude 480 m/asl; surface area 1 ha; about 1,700 vines/ha; planting density 3x2
Yield in grapes per hectare (Q.li):	60 q/Ha (1.5 kg of grapes per plant)
Year of plantation:	1960
Cultivation:	Double Guyot
Soil:	Medium texture tending towards sandy
Grape harvest:	Manual harvesting in mid-September
Vinification:	Skin-fermented for a duration depending on the season (on average 15 days)
Aging process:	10 months in new barriques
Refining process:	4 months in bottle
Colour:	Intense ruby red
Aroma:	Small red fruits (berries) with a light spicy note
Taste:	Rich taste with enveloping tannin, evolving through a long ageing process
Alcoholic strength:	14.5%
Recommended serving temperature (degrees °C):	16°-18°