Melodia

Rosso del Ticino DOC

2020

Own production

The combination of our Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes gives rise to this Ticinese interpretation of a classic Bordeaux blend. The result is a harmonious, structured red wine that marries the strength of the Sopraceneri with the elegance of the Sottoceneri.

Size
CHF 66.00

The combination of our Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes gives rise to this Ticinese interpretation of a classic Bordeaux blend. The result is a harmonious, structured red wine that marries the strength of the Sopraceneri with the elegance of the Sottoceneri.

Grape varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc.
Vineyard location Locarno - Sottoceneri.
Soil Sandy (Delta della Maggia) - silty (Sottoceneri)
Density of planting 4500/5000 vines per hectare
Training system Guyot and spurred cordon
Production per m2 800 g

How it looks

Dark garnet red, ruby highlights

Aroma

Intense, complex and elegant. Toasted almond, spicy spices including black pepper, dehydrated plum and blackcurrant. Closes with notes of bitter cocoa and fruit in spirit.

Taste

Dry, full-bodied and enveloping. Texture velvety and thick tannins. Excellent persistence, fresh finish accompanied by a slight savouriness.

Perfect match with

Alpine cow's and goat's milk cheeses from the Maggia Valley, semi-hard and semi-matured cheeses, corn burritos with meat, beans and vegetables,
slightly spicy goulash, Loto Terreni alla Maggia risotto with parmesan cheese and black summer truffle, rich soups, meat stews'.

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