Melodia

Rosso del Ticino DOC

2021

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 75cl
CHF 32.00

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
Aging of wine Matured in partly new and partly second-hand French oak barriques for at least 24 months
Storage 2024-2028
Vintage descrition Mild winter and cool spring. Hot summer but with a good temperature range between day and night
Vinification Manual grape harvest in the second half of September. Separate maceration and fermentation for the various grape varieties in stainless steel tanks

How it looks

Intense garnet red, ruby highlights

Aroma

When still, the glass gives us notes of tobacco, hibiscus, dehydrated plum, slight vegetal and balsamic. Swirling the glass reveals pleasant hints of dehydrated red berries, undergrowth and light toastiness donated by ageing in barriques.

Taste

Excellent balance between soft components, hardness and tannin. Pleasant spicy finish and persistence.

Perfect match with

Semi-hard and semi-mature cheeses from Alpe Ticinese. Corn burritos with meat, beans and vegetables. Rich and intense soups, also slightly spicy. Loto Terreni alla Maggia risotto with sbrinz and black truffle. Meat stews.

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