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Intense ruby in colour, the wine unfolds in deep, velvety layers of plum, berry and blueberry with hints of spice.
Chateau Tasting Notes
DANZANTE MERLOT IGT DELLA SICILIA
Danzante wines are the third collaboration created by the joint venture between the Robert Mondavi family of the Napa Valley and the Marchesi deā?? Frescobaldi family of Tuscany, Italy.
Danzante, Italian for dancing, encourages the everyday, energetic celebration of la dolce vita
The wines are unpretentious, but reflect the skills and passion for quality that has made the Robert Mondavi and Frescobaldi partnership such an international success.
The grapes for Danzante Merlot are sourced from Italy's southernmost region Sicily. The Frescobaldi and Mondavi families have selected hillside vineyards located along the Occidental coast where the terrains are rich in clay and sand while the nearby Mediterranean Sea guarantees a temperate climate
Grapes: 90% Merlot grapes plus 10% of selected varietals.
Region: province of Agrigento, Sicily
Vinification: Soft pressing of the grapes. Fermentation at 30C in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Fermentation lasted 10 days with 7 days of skin contact.
Malolactic fermentation took place. The wine was stored in stainless steel tanks for 10 months prior to bottling.
Serve: At room temperature to accompany roast or grilled red meats, fillet steak, meat pasta dishes and cheese
Taste: Intense violet red in colour. The open bouquet releases aromas of blackcurrants, blueberries and soft spices. On the palate the wine is soft and persistent with flavours of forest berries and has a long and balanced finish.
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