Wines made from Merlot grapes of Colli Orientali del Friuli
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Colli Orientali del Friuli.
More informations about the variety Merlot
Merlot noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small to medium sized bunches, and medium sized grapes. Merlot noir can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Armagnac, Burgundy, Jura, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Beaujolais, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey.
More informations about the region of Frioul-Vénétie Julienne
The wine region of Colli Orientali del Friuli is located in the region of Frioul-Vénétie Julienne of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Livio Felluga or the Domaine Moschioni produce mainly wines red and white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Colli Orientali del Friuli are Merlot, Schioppettino and Cabernet-Sauvignon, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Colli Orientali del Friuli often reveals types of flavors of cherry, almonds or pineapple and sometimes also flavors of cream, citrus or apples.
What are the typical flavors of the Merlot grape variety?
- OakPresent in 37% of Merlot
- Black fruitPresent in 35% of Merlot
- EarthPresent in 30% of Merlot
- Red fruitPresent in 28% of Merlot
- Non oakPresent in 25% of Merlot
- SpicesPresent in 24% of Merlot
- MicrobioPresent in 9% of Merlot
- Dried fruitPresent in 7% of Merlot
- VegetalPresent in 3% of Merlot
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Merlot
- CherryPresent in 2% of Merlot
- Black fruitsPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Black currantPresent in 1% of Merlot
- ChocolatePresent in 1% of Merlot
- TrufflePresent in 1% of Merlot
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- PrunePresent in 1% of Merlot
- CheesePresent in 1% of Merlot
- Dark fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- CedarPresent in 1% of Merlot
News about the grape variety Merlot
Rare Napa wine of Judgement of Paris fame sells for $12,000
Heritage Auctions said a single bottle of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars’ ‘SLV’ Cabernet Sauvignon 1973 – representing the Napa Valley red wine that beat top Bordeaux in the landmark 1976 Judgement of Paris tasting – fetched $12,300. That marks a new record auction price for the wine, said Heritage. It was sold to a bidder who wished to remain anonymous during an auction of nearly 4,000 wines from Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars’ ‘legacy collection’. Steven Spurrier’s 1976 Judge ...
Black Friday wine and spirits deals 2022
If you’re looking to replenish your wine rack or spirits cabinet ahead of Christmas, then Black Friday is a great time to do it. With all major drinks retailers offering discounts on bottles in their range, you’ll be able to get some great deals on wine, Champagne and spirits. Offers have already started, with new deals going live on Black Friday and throughout the weekend into Cyber Monday. So it’s worth checking back regularly if you are looking for a particular producer or b ...
Va Piano purchases 21 hectare vineyard in Walla Walla Valley
The boutique producer plans to grow Bordeaux and Italian varietals on the land, which it has purchased from SeVein Vineyards. The parcel is located in the middle of the SeVein slope, 274 to 335 metres (900 to 1,100 feet) above sea level. It benefits from similar loam soils and elevation to the celebrated Seven Hills Vineyard, which is located on the next ridge to the east. ‘I really feel like we are getting the best spot in all of SeVein for top quality Bordeaux and Italian varietals,’ said Va P ...