Fortelongo

Fortelongo is a 100% Merlot and it takes its name from Fortelongo location in the city of San Giorgio di Perlena where it is cultivated.

Merlot is an international vine variety which find in this place a perfect habitat: a sunny hill at 300 m. above sea level west oriented with ample thermal excursion during summer where sunny and hot days are followed by north chilly winds during night time.

Fortelongo vineyard is grown with a low yield per plant (2/3 Kgs): thanks to this and to a soil rich in “togarela”, a volcanic ground, we obtain a full of character Merlot.

A smooth tannins wine, elegant, with a rich bouquet, it is suitable for every occasion.

750 ml

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TECHNICAL SHEET

 

Denomination Breganze Doc
Vineyard location Fortelongo place, in San Giorgio di Perlena town
Soil type and exposure Volcanic hills, 300 m above sea level, south-west exposure
Grape variety 100% Merlot
Cultivation system Guyot “alla cappuccina” (by this system shoots are tied up as a small arch)
Harvest time Manual harvest, end of September
Vinification Red vinification, de-stemming and maceration with pump-over and punch down of the cap lasting 5 days
Ageing At the end of the fermentation period, wine is decanted and it refines with its noble lees for 6 months
Alcohol by volume 13 % vol
Acidity 5 g/l
Colour Brilliant ruby red
Tasting notes, nose Good intensity, ample, with clear scent of cherries and violet
Tasting notes, palate Dry, full bodied with fine grained tannins, warm, ample with fruity intense aromatic persistence
Serving temperature 16-18°C

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FOOD PAIRINGS

Grilled red meat or roast wild-game, sliced salami and Asiago cheese.

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