The Aftertaste
Arzo Merlot Ticino
DOCRed wine
Merlot del Ticino
13.5%, contient des sulfites
Barrel
16°C
Excellent with roasts, braised dishes, red meat and hard cheeses. Particularly enjoyable with brasato al Merlot, roast beef with polenta or aged alpine cheese from Ticino.
Gialdi Vini was founded in 1953 by Guglielmo Gialdi in Mendrisio and initially focused on wine trading. In 1984, the purchase of a winery in the Bassa Leventina marked the beginning of its own wine production. Since then, Gialdi has become one of the leading names for Ticino Merlot, combining modern cellar techniques with a strong focus on origin, precision and quality.
Deep ruby red. The nose is complex and fresh, with ripe red berries, subtle menthol notes and hints of liquorice. On the palate rich and full-bodied with a firm opening, fruity freshness, refined tannins and a harmonious, persistent finish.
Traditional vinification with 14 days of maceration at 28–30 °C in stainless steel tanks. The wine then matures for 14 months in barriques, 75% new oak and 25% second-fill barrels.
The grapes come from Ticino, where warm days, cool nights and mineral-rich soils allow Merlot to develop remarkable expression. Arzo refers to the southern part of the canton, known for fuller, riper yet fresh Merlot styles.
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