Cozzarolo Merlot Riserva DOC Friuli Colli Orientali- Private: $31.89/BTL - License: $26.88/BTL Sparkling

Cozzarolo Merlot Riserva DOC Friuli Colli Orientali- Private: $31.89/BTL - License: $26.88/BTL SparklingSold in cases of 12 Vendu en case de 12 Cozzarolo Merlot Riserva 2020 is produced in accordance with DOC Friuli regulations, incorporating a traditional two week on vine drying period prior to harvest. This technique concentrates flavour and structure while preserving balance, resulting in a refined and age worthy Merlot with regional character. The extended hang time with partial on vine dehydration, followed by fermentation and extended aging to

followed by malolactic fermentation and ageing for approximately seven months in large neutral oak casks

12 months in Slavonia oak barrels

Afterwards

Pairings Ideal with ripe cheeses

which is why is has a slight touch of pink in it

Toscana Alcohol % 14

Its carbonic quality is appreciated as a fine and elegant presentation from the first moment in the glass

evolving into red fruit coulis then the toasted notes

combining the vibrant character of Sangiovese with the complexity that only extended cellar maturation can provide

Pairings Prime rib

resulting in a refined and age-worthy Merlot with regional character

Sangiovese blend