General Data
Wine name: Merlot del Ticino
Name: Ticino Controlled Designation of Origin
Type: Still red
Grape variety: 100% Merlot
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol content: 12.8% vol
Format: 50 cl
Production Area
Location: Giornico and Bodio (Ticino – CH)
Microclimate: warm, breezy, characterized by excellent sunshine
Soil: stony, draining, typical of the lower Leventina
Breeding & Harvesting System
Cultivation: Ticino pergola and row
Vineyards: historic, managed according to local tradition
Harvest: manual, selection of grapes in the field
Yield: moderate, to concentrate aroma and finesse
Winemaking
Technique: traditional stainless steel
Maceration on the skins: approximately 12 days
Alcoholic fermentation: in steel, controlled temperature
Aging: in stainless steel tanks, then in bottles
Style: Fresh, soft, elegant and very drinkable Merlot
Organoleptic Characteristics
Color
Bright ruby ​​red, with crimson hues typical of young Merlot.
Olfactory notes
Fruity and fragrant bouquet:
ripe cherry
raspberry
strawberry
violet
light notes of sweet spices
mineral nuance that adds finesse
Accessible, fresh and harmonious perfume.
Tasting notes
The poetic promise of wine: softness, balance, harmony.
Velvety and integrated tannins
Medium body, round and pleasant
Well-balanced acidity, which gives freshness
Recalling the red fruits perceived on the nose
A hint of sweet plum on the finish
Fluid, elegant, extremely drinkable sip
Analytics Data
Alcohol: 12.8%
Acidity: medium-high
Serving temperature: 18°C , in crystal glasses
Food Pairings
Perfect with:
Ticino cured meats
pasta with tomato or mushrooms
white meats
semi-mature cheeses
gourmet pizzas
structured aperitifs
A versatile wine, suitable for both everyday dining and convivial occasions.
Aging Potential
If stored correctly: 8–12 years
Evolution: greater softness and aromatic integration over time
Identity & Philosophy
A modern, fresh and velvety Merlot.
An authentic expression of the winemaking tradition of Giornico and Bodio, where the pergola meets the finesse of the rows.
