The flavor of prune in wine of Ticino
Discover the of Ticino wines revealing the of prune flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).
Italian Switzerland, stronghold of Helvetic Merlot (~80% of plantings). Fleshy, refined reds with signature notes of ripe plum, black cherry, dark chocolate, leather and spices, round tannins and a velvety palate — often compared to the best Pomerol. Some cuvées vinified as Bianco di Merlot: original, ample whites (peach, citrus). Also native Bondola and Bordeaux blends.
~1,070 ha between Sopraceneri and Sottoceneri (Lugano, Mendrisio), sunny sub-Mediterranean climate.