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Menicucci Alzavola Rosso 2021
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Menicucci Alzavola Rosso
Intense nose of ripe red fruit and black cherry jam, slightly spicy. On the palate, the wine is mellow and rounded; warm, with an elegant bitter almond finish. Thanks to a late-harvest plus barrel fermentation for the Merlot grapes, the Alzavola Rosso is a wine with great structure and concentration; yet, it is also incredibly easy-drinking, thanks to the lively fruity freshness typical of young Montepulciano. A touch of natural sweetness beautifully balances the tannins of Merlot, and the acidity of Montepulciano.
WINEMAKING
The grapes are left on the vines longer than usual (late harvest), and they are picked only when they reach important levels of sugar concentration and aromatic ripeness. The Montepulciano is harvested a few days after the Merlot. Both the Merlot and Montepulciano are aged between 6 to 8 months. The Merlot in oak barrels, and the Montepulciano in stainless steel tanks.
Menicucci Alzavola Rosso: the Producer
Menicucci is carved out of an Italian family tradition, instilled with passion and dedication. Established in 1970, Antonio Menicucci planted his first grapes in Ortona, Italy. Three generations later the Menicucci legacy lives on. Antonio’s desire and passion to strengthen family traditions encouraged his son Luigi and grandson Emmanuele to continue producing wines with a keen attention to detail. In such a way, Antonio witnessed the growth of our family farm as we constantly search for quality in an effort to produce exclusive wines in each of the respective territories in which we operate. Along with our love and passion for making good wines, Menicucci is committed to delivering superior quality and unforgettable memories. Our unique and continuous innovation techniques have inspired us to become amongst the industry’s most admired emerging Italian wine brands.
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