Flavour Profile

Maculan

Maculan Fratta

Name: Maculan Fratta
Brand: Maculan
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

Italy, Veneto

Red fortified wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.3

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Maculan Fratta is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Italian winery, Maculan. The wine is made from a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the Veneto region of Italy. The vineyards are situated on hilly terrain with well-drained soils, which impart unique flavors and aromas to the wine. The grapes are carefully selected and hand-harvested to ensure the highest quality. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, including aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is full-bodied, with rich flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, and a long, smooth finish. Maculan Fratta is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts looking for a high-quality, elegant wine with a distinct Italian character.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Maculan Fratta is a delightful Italian white that offers aromas of ripe apple, citrus, and honeysuckle, with a hint of minerality.On the palate, it is light-bodied and crisp, with lively acidity and a smooth, creamy finish. Its combination of freshness and complexity make it a great companion for seafood dishes.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2075

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Cabernet Sauvignon

Merlot

ORIGINS

Winery: Maculan

Region: Veneto

Veneto is a region in the north-eastern part of Italy, located between the Adriatic Sea and the Alps. It is one of the most important wine-producing regions in the country, with a long history of winemaking and a wide variety of wines. The history of winemaking in Veneto dates back to the Roman Empire, when the region was known as Venetia. The Romans planted vineyards in the area and developed a variety of winemaking techniques. In the Middle Ages, Veneto was home to some of the most renowned winemakers in Europe, and the region's wines were highly sought after. Today, Veneto is one of the most important wine-producing regions in Italy, with a wide range of styles and varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.3

0 Reviews