{"product_id":"russiz-superiore-merlot-collio-doc","title":"Merlot Collio DOC","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwelve months in small oak barrels – this leaves a clear mark on the Merlot from Collio Goriziano: a deep garnet red, aromas of sour cherry and berry jam, plus a gentle vanilla note from the wood aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eRussiz Superiore\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the most reliable wineries in Friuli. The estate is located in the hilly region between Gorizia and Slovenia, where calcareous chalk and marl soils (Ponca) impart a characteristic minerality to the wines. Merlot grapes grow here on cool, sloping sites, which keeps the fruit fresh and prevents overripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass: cherry, dark berry jam, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of cedar in the background. Medium-bodied, soft tannins, juicy finish with good length. Not a heavy, tannic red wine – rather approachable yet complex enough for the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eDishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Roast veal, pasta with ragù, grilled lamb chops or medium-aged pecorino cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 16–18 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eDrinking window:\u003c\/b\u003e now until 2028\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Russiz Superiore","offers":[{"title":"2022","offer_id":52985115017552,"sku":"VJ0553-2022","price":28.14,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_russiz_superiore_merlot_collio_doc.webp?v=1771237933","url":"https:\/\/www.vinoscout.de\/en\/products\/russiz-superiore-merlot-collio-doc","provider":"Vinoscout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}