Torilan Merlot - Cabernet 2023 - 13,5% vol. Terlano Winery

Description: 
"Torilan is the old name for Terlano. This cuvée is a Bordeaux blend: The classic combination of Merlot and Cabernet, which gives the wine its distinctive elegance and finesse." 
Rudi Kofler 

Color: intensive garnet red with ruby reflections. 
Smell: In the glass, Merlot aromas reminiscent of cassis and blackberry combine with the noble spicy character of the Cabernet, revealing a touch of black pepper and vanilla. 
Taste: On the palate, this cuvée offers an interesting symbiosis of fruit, the spiciness and tannins of the Cabernet, and the rich complexity of the Merlot. 

Grape varierty: 
85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet - South Tyrol DOC 

Production area: 


Vinification: 
Manual harvest and selection of the grapes; destemming followed by slow must fermentation at a controlled temperature and gentle agitation of the must in stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation and aging in big wooden barrels for 7-10 months; blending six months before bottling. 

Food pairing: 
Goes well with grilled cutlets with ratatouille, venison medallions in a south Tyrolean bread crust with Schupfnudel (potato dumplings), entrecote with grilled vegetables or a venison goulash with pilaf rice. 

Serving temperature: 
16 - 18°C. 

Ageing potential: 
more than 5 years. 

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

Allergens: 
wine can contain sulphites. 

Producer: 
Terlano Winery 
Terlano’s tradition as a wine terroir dates back over 2000 years. That vines thrive so well in the lee of Monzoccolo is due to the mild, almost Mediterranean climate with hot sunny days and cool nights during the ripening time. The striking red, easily warmed porphyry soil of Terlano also contributes to the high quality of the grapes. In the heart of this South Tyrolean wine region the Terlano winery was established in 1893. Today the co-operative has over 200 members and a total area of 240 hectares. 70% of the vineyard acreage is planted with white grapes. In modern cellars the fruits of this careful, natural cultivation are turned into wine with that perfect touch and the necessary controls.Because of the mineral content of the wines the region of Terlano is also frequently likened to French vine growing areas. The Terlano wine characteristics, the precise fruit, and the fine yet strong aroma lead experts to compare the wine with mature vintage Champagnes. 

Cantina Terlano 
Via Silberleiten 7 
IT - 39018 Terlano (BZ) 
office@cantina-terlano.com 
www.cantina-terlano.com