Delea
Delea Carato Merlot Riserva
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.2
Regularly Reviewed
Price not available
WINE DESCRIPTION
The Carato Riserva is crafted from select Merlot grapes harvested from over 40-year-old vines. Cultivated in the vineyards of the Locarno hills, where they benefit from optimal sunlight during the day and a cool breeze at night, providing the ideal conditions for perfect ripening.
The Carato Riserva rests for approximately two years in new barrels made of French oak, referred to as "Carati" in Italian. A wine of significant structure, it fully reflects the terroir that gave it life, displaying an intense and spicy character with remarkable aromatic finesse and elegance.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Delea Carato Merlot Riserva is a bold and full-bodied wine with an intense ruby red color.On the nose, the wine has a bouquet of ripe fruits, with notes of blackberry and cherry, along with hints of licorice, tobacco, and roasted coffee beans. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and concentrated, with a balanced acidity and great tannic structure. The finish is long, with notes of blackberry, cherry, licorice, and dark chocolate.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Delea
Region: Ticino
Ticino, nestled in southern Switzerland bordering Italy, boasts a long history of winemaking dating back to Roman times. The region enjoys a warm Mediterranean climate that influences its wines, making them known for their elegance and finesse. Merlot reigns supreme, accounting for roughly 80% of the grapes cultivated here, and is responsible for Ticino's signature red wines. Chardonnay is the primary white grape, but local varieties like Bondola add an interesting twist to the region's offerings. CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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