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Technical information
- Producer
- SaDiVino
- Name
- Forlì Rosso IGP
- Variety
- Merlot 100%
- Vintage
- 2017
- Gradation
- 14.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Blackberry and ripe plum; spice and oak
- Color
- Intense ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18 °C
- Pairing
- Pasta and beans; guinea fowl with prunes
- Region
- Emilia-Romagna
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Predappio (Forlì)
- Type
- Red wine
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Merlot IGT from SaDiVino presents itself as an accessible, typical red wine. Visually it shows a ruby color of medium intensity with lively highlights. On the nose there are ripe red fruits such as cherry and raspberry, accompanied by light plum notes and vegetal hints recalling aromatic herbs; the olfactory profile remains restrained and non-intrusive. On the palate it reveals a soft texture, medium body and balanced acidity: the mid‑palate is clean, the tannins are gentle and well rounded, while the finish keeps a pleasant persistence without aggressiveness.
It pairs easily with everyday dishes like cured meats and starters, pasta with sauce, roasted or stewed white meats and medium‑aged cheeses. Thanks to its immediacy it is also suitable for informal lunches and dinners with friends, offering a convivial, unpretentious profile. To enhance its aromas and structure, serve at 16–18 °C and, if preferred, open the bottle a few minutes before serving.
It pairs easily with everyday dishes like cured meats and starters, pasta with sauce, roasted or stewed white meats and medium‑aged cheeses. Thanks to its immediacy it is also suitable for informal lunches and dinners with friends, offering a convivial, unpretentious profile. To enhance its aromas and structure, serve at 16–18 °C and, if preferred, open the bottle a few minutes before serving.
The winery
SaDiVino
Emilia‑Romagna — Forlì‑Cesena province (Predappio)ItalySince 2011
Winery in Predappio (Forlì‑Cesena) — Società Agricola SaDiVino; producer of Romagna wines including the Romagna Sangiovese Predappio Riserva “Maestroso.”
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese, Albana, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Merlot, Trebbiano, Viognier
- Headquarters and vineyards in Predappio
- Strong focus on Sangiovese and Albana, with territory-specific labels.
- Transition to organic farming
- Listed on Vivino and mentioned by Gambero Rosso.
- Visits and tastings by appointment; direct sales.
The story
Family‑run estate led by Cristiano Mengozzi (with involvement from Simona Orlandi). Local sources report the business began in the early 2010s; the winery became known in Predappio for its Sangiovese wines.
Production philosophy
Approach focused on respect for the territory, low‑impact practices and combining technology (winery powered by photovoltaics) with artisanal work in the vineyards and cellar.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards in the municipality of Predappio (Predappio and Predappio Alta), Forlì‑Cesena province (Emilia‑Romagna). Soils reported as gypseous/with sulfureous influence and calcareous‑clayey; main grape Sangiovese (including very old vines).