This wine is a pure expression of the Merlot grape from Friuli-Venezia Giulia, a region known for its nuanced terroir. It features deep ruby colour with violet hues, and aromas of ripe red fruits, spices, and licorice. The palate is full-bodied and warm, with a soft texture and well-integrated tannins that linger elegantly.
Collavini Merlot dal Pic DOC – Premium Friulian Red Wine (75cl)
Price range: £45.50 through £540.00
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| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Bottle Quantity | 1, 6, 12 |
A Bold Expression of Friuli’s Terroir
Experience the depth and character of the Collavini Merlot dal Pic DOC 2017, a distinguished red wine from Italy’s renowned Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. Crafted exclusively from the Merlot grape, this wine offers a harmonious balance of rich fruit flavours and refined structure.
Tasting Notes:
- Colour: Deep ruby red with violet reflections
- Aroma: Aromas of ripe red fruits, spices, and licorice
- Palate: Full-bodied with a fruity texture, warmth, and softness, closing with integrated tannins that enhance the gustatory persistence
Serving Suggestions:
- Temperature: Best served at 16–18°C
- Pairings: Complements red meats, large game, goat cheeses, and aged cow’s milk cheeses
Product Details:
- Volume: 75cl
- Alcohol Content: Approximately 14%
- Region: Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
- Grape Variety: 100% Merlot
- Vinification: Grapes are harvested and placed in passitura trays, then dried in a loft under controlled temperature and humidity to concentrate aromas. After pressing, a 20-day maceration on the skins follows. The wine ages in Allier and Tronçais barriques for at least 24 months, followed by a two-year refinement in the bottle.
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Helpful insights on serving, pairing, and what to expect from the bottle in your glass.
The grapes are dried in passitura trays under carefully controlled conditions to intensify their aromas. Following pressing, the wine undergoes a 20-day maceration on skins to extract depth and structure. It then matures in Allier and Tronçais oak barriques for at least two years, followed by a further two years of bottle ageing, refining complexity and balance.
Collavini Merlot dal Pic complements robust flavours such as red meats and large game, as well as creamy goat cheeses and aged cow’s milk cheeses. Its rich fruit character and warmth make it excellent with dishes like venison stew or a cheese board featuring Pecorino or aged Asiago.
Friuli has a long tradition of perfecting Merlot styles tailored to its unique climate and soils. Winemakers here focus on balancing ripe fruit with restrained tannins, resulting in wines that marry Italian elegance with Bordeaux influence. This regional approach highlights how local techniques can shape an international grape variety into something distinctly Friulian.