Zolla Primitivo Merlot

Italy, Puglia, Puglia IGT
Bottle
Identity
Producer Vigneti del Salento
Year 2018
Vol 0.75
Grapes 50% Primitivo, 50% Merlot
Color Red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc very intense ruby red
Aroma Aroma rich in ripe red fruit, cherries, forest fruits, with notes of cinnamon and subtle oak
Palate Full-bodied, rich, velvety tannins, smooth and harmonious with a soft basic character and juicy fruit flavors
Finish Persistent and intense finish with a robust structure
Food Pairing dark meat, grilled meat, aromatic goat cheese, salty goat cheese, lamb
Serving Temp 18
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 13.5
Sugar (g/l) 7.60
Aging Process 4-8 months in American and French oak barriques
Fermentation Grapes are sorted and crushed immediately after harvest; fermentation details not specified
Terroir
Soil Clay limestone soil
Vine Age Vines over 25 years old
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Grapes are hand harvested and immediately taken to the winery for sorting and crushing
Interesting facts
Produced by Farnese/Fantini Group, recognized as Italian Winery of the Year for three consecutive years