CANTOALBA Merlot

D.O | Licantén |
VINEYAR | Fundo Idahue, Licantén |
SOIL | Granitic in licorellas soil |
VARIETY | Merlot |
ALCOHOL | 13,5º |
OENOLOGIST | Juan Aurelio Muñoz |
Harvest
Manual harvest.
Hand picked harvest, carried out in mid-April, in plastic bins. In the vineyard, a rigorous inspection is carried out, eliminating any element that does not meet the required quality standard.
Vinification
The Fermentation takes place in small stainless steel tanks, at 26-28°C for 7 days and then 30 days of maceration.
Aging Process
40% of the mixture is stored in second-use French oak barrels for 6 months.
The remaining 60% is kept in stainless steel tanks.
Aging Potential
It can be enjoyed immediately or stored in the bottle for 6 years.
Description of the Wine
Harmonious and balanced. Dark ruby color with violet tints. On the nose there are aromas of blackberry, cherry and fresh plum with menthol and toasted nuances. In the mouth it has a medium body with fine and pleasant tannins, good acidity, balance and long finish.
Winemaker’s Comments
A concrete proposal for a reserve level wine. Carefully selected grapes,meticulous production and delicate aging in barrels, come together to create aconsistent, tasty and easy-to-drink wine.
Service Temperature
16° C – 18° C / 6l° F – 64° F