A wine produced with pure Merlot grapes in the hills of Matelica. The grapes come from a privately owned vineyard of about 20 years of age, characterized by a high planting density. The sandy soil of our vineyard is ideal for Merlot growing, as it allows for excellent ripening of the grapes, consequently, giving elegance to the wine. It has a soft taste with enveloping tannins.

Name:	MARCHE MERLOT IGT
Production Area:	Matelica (Mc), Marche region, Italia
Type:	Red
Grape:	Merlot
Vineyard description:	South exposure; altitude 480 m/asl; area 1.5 ha; about 4,200 vines/ha; planting density 2.7x0.90
Yield in grapes per hectare (Q.li):	80 q/Ha (2 kg of grapes per plant)
Year of plantation:	2000-2001
Cultivation:	Single Guyot
Soil:	Medium texture tending towards sandy
Grape harvest:	Manual harvesting in mid-September
Vinification:	Skin-fermented for a duration of 12/15 days
Aging process:	About 8 months in concrete barrels
Refining process:	2 months in bottle
Colour:	Intense ruby red
Aroma:	Berries, slightly spicy
Taste:	Rich with a soft tannic taste
Alcoholic strength:	14%
Recommended serving temperature (degrees °C):	16°-18°