Mossone IGT
Grape:
100% Merlot
Alcohol:
15%
Winemaking:
Single vineyard; 24 months in new French oak; long bottle refinement
Color:
Deep ruby with garnet hues
Nose:
Blackberry, plum, cocoa, menthol, balsamic
Palate:
Plush, concentrated, with ripe tannins and a very long finish
Ratings:
Vinous 93 points, Falstaff 95 points
Pairing:
Dry-aged steak, braised beef, truffle risotto
Production:
Extremely limited, about 3,600 bottles annually
Description
Lively vibrant ruby red. Intense and warm with aroma of marasca and blackberry, balsamic nuances of licorice and well blended tertiary hints. Notes of red mature fruit, vanilla coffe and chocolate. Warm and well bodied with soft and balanced tannins