Cavit
Merlot Trentino 2021
| Denomination | DOC Trentino Merlot |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Merlot |
| Aging | Once fermentation is complete, the wine is aged in French oak barriques. This is followed by a short period of ageing in Slavonian oak barrels and then bottling. |
- Name and vintage: Trentino DOC Merlot 2021, still red wine produced by Cavit
- Grape variety and alcohol content: 100% Merlot, 13.5% vol, 0.75 litre bottle
- Aromas: hints of plum, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry, with refined notes of vanilla
- Taste and structure: full and harmonious on the palate, soft tannins, long and persistent finish
- Vinification and ageing: 12-14 days in steel, then in French and Slavonian oak
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bottega Vinai Merlot is a still red wine by Cavit, an authentic expression of Trentino. In the glass, it displays an intense ruby colour with garnet highlights, which heralds an enveloping aromatic profile. The bouquet ranges from notes of red fruits such as plum, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry, to hints of vanilla derived from the wood. On the palate, it reveals a balanced structure, where the full-bodied sip meets the softness of sweet tannins, offering a persistent and highly harmonious aftertaste.
Where it comes from
The roots of this red wine lie in the mountainous terroir between the hills of Vallagarina and the surroundings of Trento. Here, the sub-continental climate ensures optimal ripening of the Merlot grapes. In Vallagarina, the vines thrive on calcareous soils formed by deposits from ancient streams, well-structured and rich in clay. Around Trento, the vineyards are located on glacial and morainic terraces, characterised by deep, well-drained soils. This combination provides the ideal environment for the development of a complex aromatic profile.
How it is produced
Harvesting takes place at the end of September, with careful selection of fully ripe bunches. Fermentation occurs in contact with the skins for about two weeks in stainless steel containers at a controlled temperature. The wine then matures in French oak barrels and rests for a short period in Slavonian oak barrels, harmoniously integrating the fruit and aromas. At the table, it is the perfect companion for game and mature cheeses, as well as enhancing classic red meat dishes.
History and Curiosities
Originally from Bordeaux but established in Trentino since the nineteenth century, Bottega Vinai Merlot is a testament to the dedication of Cavit's 4,500 winegrowers. The grapes, hand-picked at the end of September, ensure superior quality. Maturation in French and Slavonian oak barrels gives the wine structure and enriches its fruity bouquet with elegant vanilla notes. Already awarded gold medals at Mundus Vini and rated 90/100 by 5StarWines, this multi-award-winning red offers an intensely harmonious and balanced sip.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1950
- Oenologist: Paolo Turra, Guido Mattiello, Fabrizio Marinconz, Andrea Faustini
- Hectares: 6.350
The image that best represents Cavit, a large co-operative composed of a large number of small wineries, is that of the vine that produces healthy grapes only if the roots and the other parts of the plant all perform their roles properly.
Created in 1950 to meet the needs of the winegrowers in the area to offer the very best quality and market their wines in a modern way, today Cavit represents over 4,500 winegrowers who are members of 11 cellars and 65% of the wine production in Trentino (around 5,700 ha). Cavit harvests, examines and selects its raw materials from the best produce of the cooperative member cellars, which undergoes strict controls at every stage: from refining to bottling.
Cavit today is one of the major companies in the wine business, operating successfully at national and international level.The headquarters in Ravina, where the production and logistics facilities are also located, house the Wine Cellar, Sparkling Wine Cellar and Wine Shop. Cavit also owns Maso Toresella, used for corporate entertaining, on Lake Toblino.
The following wines received awards at the National Wine Competition Rosé Rosé 2022
- TRENTODOC ALTEMASI ROSE' - ROSA D'ORO: score 94/100
- TRENTINO DOC SCHIAVA GENTILE BOTTEGA VINAI 2021 - ROSA D'ORO: score 92/100
The winning wines will be included in the Guide Rosé Rosé - Guide to Pink Drinking 2022. Read more
| Name | Bottega Vinai Merlot Trentino 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Trentino DOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Cavit |
| Story | History and Curiosities Originally from Bordeaux but established in Trentino since the nineteenth century, Bottega Vinai Merlot is a testament to the dedication of Cavit's 4,500 winegrowers. The grapes, hand-picked at the end of September, ensure superior quality. Maturation in French and Slavonian oak barrels gives the wine structure and enriches its fruity bouquet with elegant vanilla notes. Already awarded gold medals at Mundus Vini and rated 90/100 by 5StarWines, this multi-award-winning red offers an intensely harmonious and balanced sip. |
| Origin | The best exposed hills of Vallagarina and the surroundings of Trento |
| Climate | Sub-continental |
| Soil composition | In Vallagarina, the vineyards are located on alluvial fans formed by deposits from ancient streams, with well-structured, well-drained calcareous soils containing a good amount of clay. On the hills surrounding Trento, the vineyards are situated on glacial or morainic terraces, with deep, well-drained soils and a good clay content. |
| Yield per hectare | 55 hl/ha |
| Harvest | At the end of September |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 °C (maximum) |
| Fermentation | 12 4 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation in contact with the skins for 12 4 days in stainless steel containers (max 28°C), then ageing in French oak barriques and Slavonian oak casks. |
| Wine making | After crushing and destemming, the must is fermented in contact with the skins for about 12 4 days at a temperature not exceeding 28°C in stainless steel containers. |
| Aging | Once fermentation is complete, the wine is aged in French oak barriques. This is followed by a short period of ageing in Slavonian oak barrels and then bottling. |
| Total acidity | 4.6 gr/L |
| Dry extract | 29.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |