{"product_id":"paladin-merlot-drago-rosso-2023","title":"Paladin Merlot Drago Rosso 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eType of wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaladin's Merlot Drago Rosso is a still red Italian Varietal Wine from Veneto, produced from \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes and aged in large wooden casks, capable of expressing a soft character and an enveloping structure. In the glass, it presents an intense ruby red colour, anticipating an olfactory profile where hints of cherry and blueberry stand out, enriched by delicate \u003cstrong\u003espiced notes\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is velvety, supported by \u003cstrong\u003eharmonious tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that lead towards a persistent finish. This wine offers a balanced sip, revealing refined hints of plum and leather that complete its aromatic profile and define its unmistakable style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe winery, active since 1962, looks after the estate's hundred hectares in Annone Veneto (Venice) with meticulous dedication to bring this artisanal wine to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vinification aims to enhance the aromatic potential through fermentation conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This is followed by a prolonged \u003cstrong\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e for over eighteen days, which is fundamental for defining the wine's structure. Subsequently, the process is completed with careful ageing in large wooden \u003cstrong\u003ecasks\u003c\/strong\u003e, an essential step to smooth out any harshness and provide greater roundness to the sip. This process results in a wine with a defined and persistent sensory profile, capable of faithfully reflecting the attention dedicated to every production stage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in Annone Veneto by the Paladin winery, active since 1962, this fascinating Merlot reflects a pioneering vision based on a \u003cstrong\u003esustainable and vegan philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e. The estate's hundred hectares are tended with meticulous dedication to give life to an elegant Italian Varietal Wine, awarded 90 points by James Suckling and 3 Vines by the AIS. The skilful vinification, followed by a long maceration and careful \u003cstrong\u003eageing in large wooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, gives the wine a \u003cstrong\u003evelvety and enveloping smoothness\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of winning over the most demanding palates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paladin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47840320979115,"sku":"62628","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/paladin-merlot-drago-rosso-2023_62628_1_5ddb83a3-5349-4968-b790-937826ee4cf3.webp?v=1790601846","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-be\/products\/paladin-merlot-drago-rosso-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}