HECLA Merlot IGP Atlantique 2022

HECLA Merlot 2022 is made with 100% Merlot, typical red grape variety in the Bordeaux & Lot-et-Garonne areas. For this cuvée, the grapes were selected from the best vines of the family property. The clusters are meticulously picked, destemmed on the plot and then crushed when they arrive at the winery. A hot pre-fermentation maceration is completed, in order to extract concentrated fruit aromas from the berries. The alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks to allow the best extraction of aromas, color, and tannins. Then, the malolactic fermentation takes place to give more roundness and delicacy to the wine. A small amount of sugar is added to the final blend (around 2-3 g/L), resulting in a gourmet wine, with powerful aromas of fruit and light sweetness. As for the tasting notes, this wine has a pretty and dazzling red robe, with purple reflections; the nose is a promise of generosity, with strong flavors of red fruits, especially black cherries and blackcurrant, and hints of violet; the mouth is structured and long lasting, with aromas of red fruits and truffles, leading to a silky finish with a pleasant sweetness. We recommend pairing this red wine with spicy food, pizzas, tomato salads, lasagna, mushrooms omelets, mozzarella or dried fruits.