Avia Merlot 750 ml
Lovely ripe fruit and depth of smooth yet full bodied flavored Merlot.
Parameters
Vintage:100% Merlot
Alcohol:12.5% by vol.
Residual sugar:Dry
Appearance, aroma and flavor
Appearance:Dark, ruby red with purple shades.
Aroma:Fruity, remiscent of black prune, red cherry and raspberry notes.
Flavor:Smooth fruity taste with pleasant tannins and gentle chocolate finish.
Sommelier recommends
Food pairing:Beef, pork, poultry, roast duck, burgers and pizza.
Aging potential:Up to 5 years.
Temperature: 57-60 °F.
Production method
Wine growing area: Goriška Brda in Slovenia
Location of vineyards: SW, S
Form of vineyards: Terraced
Altitude: 80 - 200 m
Vine training: Single Guyot
Spacing: 700 vines/acre (4000 vines/ha)
Age of vineyards: 10 - 20 years
Soil type: Marl, sandstone
Climate: Sub-Mediterranean, a mixture of warm sea air and cold Alpine winds.
Grape variety: 100% Merlot
Harvesting: Exclusively handpicked grapes.
In the Cellar: Fermentation: 50% in stainless steel 50% French Oak.
