Bolgheri Moreccio

Moreccio is the first wine produced by Casa di Terra, representing the typical grape varieties of Bolgheri. A modern wine with impeccable and unique balance given by Bolgheri terroir. Moreccio drinks perfectly with traditional Tuscan dishes but it is also an everyday wine. The name Moreccio describes a variety of porcini mushrooms.

Description

Appellation
Bolgheri DOC
Region
Tuscany go to region
Zone
Bolgheri
Varietals
Cabernet Sauvignon 50% - Merlot 40% - Syrah 10%
Wine Type
Red wine

Tasting Notes

Serving temperature 18 °C

Pairings Appetizers, cold cuts and ragout of meat

Color Intense ruby red

Nose Red fruits, vanilla and spices

Palate Intense and rich

Cabernet Sauvignon

Vineyard extension
17 ha
Year of planting
2002
Soil type
Clayey-sandy, skeletal
Exposure
South, South West
Altitude
40 masl

Merlot

Vineyard extension
17 ha
Year of planting
2002
Soil type
Sandy-clayey soils with the presence of hard rocks
Exposure
South, South West
Altitude
40 masl

Syrah

Vineyard extension
6 ha
Year of planting
2009
Soil type
Sandy Clayey with hard rocks presence
Exposure
South, South West
Altitude
40 masl
Grape yield per hectare tons
8.5
Average production/year
135,000 btls
Number of Sortings / Passes Through Vineyard
1
Organic status
Conventional
Type of yeast and fermentation
Controlled fermentation with conventional yeasts
Length of maceration
21 days
Vessel of fermentation
Stainless steel vat
Temperature of fermentation
22 °C
Length of fermentation
21 days
Vessel of aging
Barrique and bottle
Length of aging
12 months
Malolactic Conversion
Yes
Residual Sugar
0.1 g/l
Low SO2
Yes
Packaging

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