Ascona Riserva

Merlot Ticino DOC Riserva

2020

Own production

It is the only true Ascona wine: the fruit of the first rows of vines planted on our estate, forty years ago. Maturation for two years in barriques enhances the link with the microclimate of Lake Maggiore and the mineral soil, the result of the millennial work of the Maggia river.

Size
CHF 58.00

It is the only true Ascona wine: the fruit of the first rows of vines planted on our estate, forty years ago. Maturation for two years in barriques enhances the link with the microclimate of Lake Maggiore and the mineral soil, the result of the millennial work of the Maggia river.

Grape variety Merlot
Vineyard location Ascona, Locarno, Maggia Delta
Age of vines 30-40 years
Soil Sandy-loamy of granite and gneiss origin
Planting density 4,600 vines per hectare
Cultivation system Spurred cordon
Production per m2 500 g
Ageing 30 months of aging in new barriques and at least 6 months in the bottle
Storage 2025-2032
Vintage description A mild climate with little rain characterised the winter and spring period. The summer was hot and dry. Good grape quality, but lower quantity.
Vinification Fermentation and maceration for around 3 weeks in steel tanks. Devatting and malolactic fermentation in new barrique barrels.

How it looks

Dark garnet red and brilliant at the edges.

Aroma

Nose with great finesse and complexity. The fruity part offers notes of dehydrated red fruits. The toastiness is light and well integrated, combined with a balsamic background of dried flowers, orange peel and oriental spicy hints.

Taste

Important structure and tannin. A wine of class and great longevity. Dry, elegant and excellent acid shoulder. Harmonious with the nose and very persistent.

Perfect match with

Baked Terreni alla Maggia rice with eggplants and ticino cheese gratin. Lasagna with eggplants and lamb ragout. Chateaubriand with Bérnaise sauce. Fine meats, venison, great cheeses. Perfect to accompany an after-dinner meal.

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