Merlot Italia Bixio Produttori
Grapes Variety
100% Merlot.
Viticultural details
Grapes are produced from hillside vineyards, whose lands are at an altitude of no more than 500 meters s.l.m. The Molise region is characterized by mild nature, the soils consist of clays and limestone rocks and, in the floodplain along the coast, from sandy soil. Age of the vines 15- 25 years.
Mechanical harvest.
Vinification and maturation
Soft pressing of the grapes followed by 8-10 days maceration. Alcoholic fermentation at a supervised temperature with selected yeasts. Further steel refinement.
Tasting notes
Colour: intense ruby red.
Nose: pleasantly fruity with hints of blueberries and delicate herbaceous.
Flavour: Typical, pleasant and well balanced.
Alcohol: around 13 % vol.
Serving suggestions
Ideal with pasta, game, pork chops and red meat.
Serve at
18-20°C. (64-68°F.)
100% Merlot.
Viticultural details
Grapes are produced from hillside vineyards, whose lands are at an altitude of no more than 500 meters s.l.m. The Molise region is characterized by mild nature, the soils consist of clays and limestone rocks and, in the floodplain along the coast, from sandy soil. Age of the vines 15- 25 years.
Mechanical harvest.
Vinification and maturation
Soft pressing of the grapes followed by 8-10 days maceration. Alcoholic fermentation at a supervised temperature with selected yeasts. Further steel refinement.
Tasting notes
Colour: intense ruby red.
Nose: pleasantly fruity with hints of blueberries and delicate herbaceous.
Flavour: Typical, pleasant and well balanced.
Alcohol: around 13 % vol.
Serving suggestions
Ideal with pasta, game, pork chops and red meat.
Serve at
18-20°C. (64-68°F.)
Company
BIXIO PRODUTTORI SAS
The roots of Bixio family are dated back to 2 centuries ago. Nino Bixio was an Italian General, Patriot and politician, one of the most prominent figures in the Italian unification. General Garibaldi wanted Bixio by his side in the famous ‘Spedizione dei Mille’ (Expedition of the Thousand...
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Alcohol-free drinks
Alcoholic beverages and spirits
Olive oils
Agri-food and wines certifications
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Company
BIXIO PRODUTTORI SAS
The roots of Bixio family are dated back to 2 centuries ago. Nino Bixio was an Italian General, Patriot and politician, one of the most prominent figures in the Italian unification. General Garibaldi wanted Bixio by his side in the famous ‘Spedizione dei Mille’ (Expedition of the Thousand...
Categories
Alcohol-free drinks
Alcoholic beverages and spirits
Olive oils