Red

Mario's Red

By Pelassa, Roero, Piemonte, Italy

Pelassa Mario's Red

An everyday red blend of Merlot and Barbera, fermented 7-8 days and matured in steel with no fixed ageing period stated.

Tasting notes

Ruby red colour with violet shades; fruity, fragrant, persistent bouquet with suggestions of cherry, redcurrant and apricot. Soft and persistent taste, full bodied, well balanced and round.

Pairs well with

Goes well with all foods, excellent with pizza, hors d'oeuvres, young cheeses and roast meats.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Langhe DOC Rosso
Grape
Merlot 75%, Barbera 25%
Production area
330 m a.s.l.
Harvest
15th September to 15th October
Vineyard planting
Guyot and spurred cordon
Vinification
About 7-8 days at 26-27°C. De-stemming, soft crushing; the must is pumped over with the dèlastage system to maximise extraction of colour and varietal aromas. Malolactic fermentation is done in steel tanks immediately after harvest.

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