Merlot Veneto IGT - Crosara - Maculan 2019

Maculan

Format: 75 cl

-9%
Recommended price: 91,66 €
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The Merlot Veneto IGT "Crosara" by Maculan is a red wine that embodies the elegance and complexity of the Merlot grape, interpreted through the unique terroir of the Veneto. The Maculan winery, located in the heart of Breganze, a small wine-growing area in the province of Vicenza, is renowned for its ability to produce high quality wines, which fully express the identity and characteristics of the territory.

The "Crosara" Merlot Veneto IGT is the result of a careful selection of Merlot grapes, grown in particularly suitable vineyards, where the microclimate and soil composition allow us to obtain grapes of great aromatic intensity and optimal maturation. Maculan's philosophy places great attention on the quality and varietal expression of the wine, with a constant commitment to the pursuit of excellence through sustainable viticultural practices and careful winemaking.

This Merlot stands out for its intense and deep red color. On the nose, it offers a rich and complex bouquet, with notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, enriched by accents of sweet spices, chocolate and a light vegetal touch, which give depth and refinement. The aging in wood, expertly managed, adds further nuances of vanilla and toasting, perfectly integrating the varietal aromas without overpowering them.

In the mouth, "Crosara" reveals a solid and enveloping structure, with soft and ripe tannins that give the wine a velvety texture. The balance between acidity and body is remarkable, with a palate that brings back the olfactory sensations of fruit and spices, culminating in a long and persistent finish, characterized by a pleasant freshness and elegant notes of chocolate and wood.

Ideal in combination with red meat dishes, game and mature cheeses, Merlot Veneto IGT "Crosara" by Maculan is also an excellent meditation wine, which invites you to discover its many aromatic and gustatory nuances, offering a great tasting experience. satisfaction.

In conclusion, Maculan's "Crosara" is an authentic and high-quality expression of Merlot in the Veneto, a wine that testifies to the winery's commitment to producing wines that are at the same time faithful to the grape variety and the territory, capable of giving unique emotions for wine enthusiasts.

The winery

Maculan Società Agricola – Winery in Veneto

Discover the story and wines of Maculan Società Agricola.

Family-owned winery from Breganze (Veneto) known for Torcolato and for a production that combines native grape varieties and international varieties.
Region: Veneto
Country: Italia
Founded: 1947
Grapes: Vespaiola, Tai, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Nero, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Marzemino, Moscato
Renowned for its Torcolato, a passito wine made from Vespaiola using the traditional appassimento method. Family-run winery with documented activity since 1947 and modern development under the leadership of Fausto Maculan. A production that combines indigenous grape varieties with international varieties. Winery open to visitors, with vintage archives dating back to the late 1970s and a wine club. Commitment to innovation and experimental projects.
Winery history
The winery originated from the Maculan family's winemaking activities in Breganze. The current estate was developed from the business founded by grandfather Giovanni Maculan in 1947. In the 1970s Fausto Maculan led a qualitative transformation of the estate, elevating local wines such as Torcolato and expanding the portfolio with modern expressions of red and white wines. Today management also involves his daughters, continuing a path that combines local tradition with winemaking innovation.
Production philosophy
The winemaking approach combines respect for the territory with experimentation: meticulous care in the vineyard and the cellar, revival of local traditions and attention to modern techniques. The estate emphasizes the identity of Breganze grapes while also using international varieties for a wide range of wine styles.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located in the DOC Breganze area, on the hills at the foot of the Altopiano di Asiago. The area is characterized by microclimates favorable to ripening and by hillside aspects that influence production, particularly of passito wines made from Vespaiola.

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