Merlot Rubicone IGT - Austo

Name: Merlot Rubicone IGT - Austo
Brand: Austo
SKU: CEVICO-ATTEF0631H0
Price: 11.79 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Format: 75 cl

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CHF 11.79

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Technical information

Producer	Austo
Name	Rubicone IGT
Variety	Merlot
Gradation	14.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spicy notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, skin maceration
Region	Emilia-Romagna
Production area	Rubicone
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Several months in oak barrels
Type of cask	Oak
Color	Ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 3-5 years
Pairing	Red meats, aged cheeses

Descrizione

With a lively ruby color, this Merlot Rubicone IGT signed by Austo shows an immediate, focused profile: ripe red fruit and subtle plum notes intertwine with a touch of sweet spice and a herbaceous hint that keeps the sip fresh and clear. The approach is balanced, with soft yet present tannins that define the structure without weighing it down; the finish is pleasant, with fruity echoes that invite a second taste.

On the palate it confirms itself as an easy-drinking wine, with medium body and a roundness that does not sacrifice liveliness or savouriness. It’s versatile at the table: it naturally accompanies tomato-based first courses, flavorful white meats, light roasts and semi-aged cheeses. Recommended to serve around 16–18 °C, slightly cooler in summer to highlight its freshness. A sincere choice for those seeking a Merlot with a pleasant, everyday character, suitable for informal gatherings as well as regional cuisine dishes.

The winery

Sutto – Winery in Veneto (con presenza produttiva anche in Valdobbiadene e nel Collio - Friuli-Venezia Giulia)

Discover the story and wines of Sutto.

Family-run winery with vineyards and operations across the lands of the Piave (Campo di Pietra), the hills of Valdobbiadene and the Collio. It produces still wines, Prosecco sparkling wines and passito wines, and operates retail outlets and hospitality facilities.

Region: Veneto (con presenza produttiva anche in Valdobbiadene e nel Collio - Friuli-Venezia Giulia)

Country: Italia

Founded: 1933

Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Raboso, Manzoni bianco, Glera, Pinot Nero, Ribolla (Ribolla Gialla)

Distinct brands: Sutto, Batìso, Polje. SuttoWine locations: shops and tasting rooms. Integrated offering of wine, dining, and hospitality. Production of Prosecco DOC/DOCG, sparkling wines, typical local red and white wines, and a passito. A family tradition claimed to have begun in 1933, with operations across multiple territories.

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Winery history

The Sutto Family has a winemaking tradition dating back to 1933, passed down through three generations. From the management of the vineyards at Campo di Pietra, several businesses and brands have developed — Sutto, Batìso for Prosecco and Polje for Collio — along with hospitality and restaurant activities.

Production philosophy

Promoting the region by combining tradition and innovation, with a focus on grape quality and hospitality: producing wines that express each terroir and offering wine-and-food experiences and hospitality.

Terroir and vineyards

Headquarters and historic vineyards in Campodipietra, in the lands of the Piave, with clay-rich soils and river influences. Also has production in the hills of Valdobbiadene and in the Collio/Cormòns area.

Awards and recognitions

Silver medal at the Mundus Vini competition for "Sutto Campo Sella".