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Cantine Fina Merlot

Cantine Fina Merlot

A new side to southern Merlot
Cantine Fina Merlot
priority_high 75 cl.
2022 Offer!
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Details
14.00%
Alcohol 14.00%
Sicily
Production area Sicily
IGT Terre Siciliane
Designation of Origin IGT Terre Siciliane
Cantine Fina
Winery Cantine Fina
Contains sulphites
100% Merlot
Varieties 100% Merlot
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Cantine Fina Merlot 2022

Red wine. 12 meses en barrica.

Style Cantine Fina Merlot
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Cured cheeses, Red meat, Game

About Cantine Fina Merlot

In Italy, the Merlot grape has given very good results in the north. When it comes to Italy, this French variety, the second most widespread in the world after Cabernet Sauvignon, provides the best results in Tuscany. However, it seems that the south also has something to say in this respect, because in regions like Sicily this variety reveals other characteristics. This has been proven at Cantine Fina, the winery located in Marsala (on the west coast of Sicily), where they have dared to use this variety which is typical of colder soils and areas. The result is Cantine Fina Merlot, a much warmer red wine with spicier flavours than we are used to from this grape. 

The idea comes from its owner, Bruno Fina, who is unbeatable when it comes to consistency. This winegrower, who worked at the Regional Institute of Vine and Wine, met Giacomo Tachis, and together they made the perfect partnership. They both worked hard to find the perfect terroir for each variety. This approach, which is very similar to the French cru concept, has yielded great results, as they became the first in the area to plant international varieties that had never been seen before on the island. The discovery of the perfect combination of soil and variety has been the origin of a large number of single-variety wines, including Cantine Fina Merlot.

The grapes used to make Cantine Fina Merlot grow in the vineyards that Bruno’s family cultivates today in the Marsala countryside and very close to the Mediterranean. The vineyards lie at an altitude of 350 metres above sea level and are manually and organically cultivated. The climate these plants grow in is Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot, dry summers. Thanks to these extra degrees, the grapes become very ripe, with many more degrees baumé (compared to those achieved by this same variety at higher altitudes). Thanks to this, it is not surprising that Cantine Fina Merlot reaches 14% alcohol. After all, it makes sense: the more sugar there is, the more food the yeasts can convert into ethanol. Cantine Fina Merlot ferments in stainless steel tanks and is aged for 12 months in barrels.

Cantine Fina Merlot is something new. A new side to Merlot that has been unknown until now. The southern version of a northern classic.

2021

Cantine Fina Merlot 2021 unveils a spectrum of aromas with blackcurrant and ripe plum taking center stage, interwoven with spicy hints of pepper and delicate undertones of blueberries. On the palate, this red wine exhibits a well-defined yet approachable structure, presenting a concentrated profile indicative of its youth and moderate body. The finish is enduring, leaving a delightful aftertaste of mature fruits and spices.
2020

Cantine Fina Merlot 2020 is a moderately full-bodied red wine. On the nose, it reveals aromas of dark fruits such as blackberries and plums, complemented by a hint of vanilla and spices, a result of its barrel aging. On the palate, it is concentrated and robust, delivering intense and well-balanced flavours. Its finish is long and pleasant, leaving a lasting and enjoyable sensation.
2019

Cantine Fina Merlot 2019 is a richly concentrated red, boasting a deep ruby hue with intense violet reflections. Olfactorily, it is robust and fragrant, evoking notes of blackcurrant, ripe plum, pepper, and blueberries. On the palate, it is sumptuous and well-rounded, with velvety tannins. It possesses a full body and a well-defined structure.

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