Famiglia Cotarella - Sodale | Lazio IGP Merlot
Red wine | Italy, LAZIO | 2023
The wine displays a deep ruby-red colour. The nose is intensely fruity, with aromas of fresh cherries complemented by delicate spicy notes and subtle hints of vanilla from oak ageing. On the palate, it is round and harmonious, with a pleasing structure, soft tannins and well-balanced fruit aromas. The lingering finish highlights the smooth and elegant character of this approachable Merlot.
€21.48
17.75
excl. VAT
Specifications
Serving temperature
16-18 °C
Type
Red wine
Country
Italy
Vintage
2023
Storage (years)
+ 7-10
Volume
0.75
Grape & craft
Region
LAZIO
Grape varieties
Merlot (100%)
Viticulture
Sustainable/HVE
Vinification
The vineyards are located in Castiglione in Teverina, in Lazio, at an altitude of approximately 300 metres. The vines grow in sandy soils with a medium texture. The Merlot grapes are hand-harvested and carefully selected. After 12 days of maceration on the skins, alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. Following a partial drawing-off of the juice, the wine is aged for nine months in new Allier oak and Never wood barriques, complemented by previously used barriques. Malolactic fermentation takes place entirely in barrels.
Flavour profile
Taste profile
Smooth juicy
Food pairing
Cheese - cheese patter | Pasta Bolognese | Pork tenderloin - marinated | Poultry - braded fiddle | Mushroom - wild
About Famiglia Cotarella
Famiglia Cotarella dates back to the 1960s, when Antonio and Domenico Cotarella built their first winery in Monterubiaglio, on the border between Lazio and Umbria. In 1979, Renzo and Riccardo Cotarella founded Falesco, with a strong focus on research and the rediscovery of indigenous grape varieties. Since 2016, the company has been led by the next generation. Their iconic Montiano was born from research into a specific Merlot clone from Montefiascone. Today, they are also active in Montalcino with Tenuta Le Macioche.
