Winery LibrettoMerlot
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The Merlot of the Winery Libretto is in the top 0 of wines of Columbia Valley.
Details and technical informations about Winery Libretto's Merlot.
Discover the grape variety: Malvasia nera di Basilicata
Supple, aromatic reds with a deep ruby hue, moderate tannins and a light palate, showing aromas of dark fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), violet, soft spices and floral notes. Fragrant, approachable profile. Often blended with Aglianico, it adds roundness and fruitiness to the reds of Vulture and southern Lucanian appellations. Black Malvasia variety grown in Basilicata, southern Italy.
Informations about the Winery Libretto
The Winery Libretto is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 6 wines for sale in the of Columbia Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Columbia Valley
Cradle of Washington State's great reds. Dense, structured Cabernet Sauvignon (blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, firm tannins), round velvety Merlot, signature Syrah with peppery notes, black olive and deep black fruit. Also precise whites: balanced Chardonnay, taut fruity Riesling with peach notes. Semi-desert vineyard of 24,300 ha sheltered by the Cascades, loess soils over basalt, strong temperature swings.
The wine region of Washington
2nd US producer by volume, on the arid, sunny Columbia Valley. Star Cabernet Sauvignon (~60% of reds): powerful and structured with signature notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, dry herbs and graphite, firm tannins. Fleshy, peppery Syrah (black fruits, smoked meat). Round, fruity Merlot, historic mineral Riesling (dry and off-dry), precise Chardonnay and ample Sémillon.
The word of the wine: Mercaptan
Organic compound resulting from the combination of alcohol and sulphide (H2S) producing an unpleasant odour reminiscent of town gas and rotten eggs.
