Antero

2011 Bolgheri Merlot

Azienda Agricola Le Garscete Antero is a captivating red wine from the renowned Bolgheri region, celebrated for its exceptional terroir. This 2011 vintage Merlot showcases a full-bodied profile, delivering a plush and velvety mouthfeel that envelops the palate. The wine exhibits a delightful balance of high acidity, enlivening each sip with a vibrant freshness, while the fruit intensity bursts forth with prominent notes of ripe blackberries and luscious plums. The tannins are notably firm yet harmonious, providing structure and depth to the wine, making it a truly enjoyable experience. With its intriguing character, this wine effortlessly accompanies a variety of dishes, from hearty pastas to succulent grilled meats, proving to be remarkably food-friendly.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:

Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Lamb

Region:

Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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