Arzio Merlot - Cabernet Riserva 2021 - 14.5% vol. Baron di Pauli

Description: 
Brilliant ruby ​​red in the glass with a complex aroma profile characterized by fresh cassis and cranberries as well as slightly balsamic and earthy-fleshy notes reminiscent of coffee and eucalyptus. Firm and powerful on the palate with hints of dark berries and peppery notes, soft, very fine-grained tannins. Rich in finesse, delicate and slightly mineral finish. 
The Arzenhof was built by the Counts d'Arsio e Vasio and became the property of the Baron Di Pauli family in the 19th century. Today the Arzio vines, the flagship of the Baron Di Pauli winery, are rooted here. A tall plant that embodies the noble lineage of the family. An aristocratic wine rich in finesse that will delight lovers of great Bordeaux wines. 

Grape varierty: 
60% Cabernet and 40% Merlot - South Tyrol/Alto Adige DOC. 

Production area: 
Arzenhof, pulpit at 250 m to 390 m picturesquely situated above the western shore of Lake Caldaro. Moraine debris cone inclined to the southeast with limestone gravel, porphyry and quartz sand and sufficient clay. Mediterranean microclimate. 

Vinification: 
Fermentation in wooden vat, three-week maceration on corn. At the beginning of November in barriques (40% new barrels), spontaneous malolactic fermentation, 18 months in small wooden barrels with 2 rackings. 

Food pairing: 
Red meat stew, mushroom risotto, venison, grilled and roasted meat and Bolognese-style pasta. 

Serving temperature: 
18 - 20°C. 

Ageing potential: 
more than 10 years. 

Bottle to: 
750 ml - 75 cl - 0,75 lt. 

Allergens: 
Wine can contain sulphites. 

Producer: 
Baron di Pauli Winery 
It was the year 1999 when the Baron Di Pauli family decided to renew the three-hundred-year tradition of their estate and lay down the milestone for the production of special wines. In this sense, cooperation was established with the Kaltern Winery. The estate includes two farms. The Arzenhof, with its 10.5 hectares devoted to vineyards, stands on a hill right above Lake Caldaro. The production includes 3 wines: Arzio, a Bordeaux blend, Lagrein Carano and Kalterersee Kalkofen. While the second farm has 4.5 hectares of land and is located near Termeno. In the spring of 2004, the first Gewürztraminer Exilissi was put on the market. Cuvée Enosi was obtained from Riesling, Sauvignon and Pinot bianco grapes. 
Strength and elegance, refinement and structure, but also character and personality. These are the main characteristics that distinguish the wines of the Baron Di Pauli estate in Caldara. The name of the family and of the estate are closely linked to the history of the area around Lake Caldaro. 

Baron di Pauli 
Via Cantine 12 
IT - 39052 Caldaro 
info@barondipauli.com 
www.barondipauli.com