{"product_id":"sansonina-2016-merlot-garda-doc","title":"Sansonina 2016 Merlot Garda DOC","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSansonina 2016 Merlot Garda DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e: elegance, structure, and depth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSansonina 2016 Merlot Garda DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eLa Sansonina\u003c\/strong\u003e is a refined and intense red, designed for those seeking a Merlot with a rich, enveloping, and well-defined profile. It is born from a selection of French Merlot clones and careful work in the vineyard and cellar, aiming to enhance phenolic maturity, balance, and aromatic complexity. The result is a modern Italian wine that naturally combines power and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGarda DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e designation places this wine in a region suited for the production of balanced and pleasant reds, where Merlot finds the right conditions to express softness, fruit maturity, and good taste harmony. In \u003cstrong\u003eSansonina 2016 Merlot Garda DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e, the style is clearly oriented towards depth and precision: harvesting in crates, controlled vinification, and aging in French barriques contribute to building an elegant, structured, and complex profile, without sacrificing drinkability. It is a wine that interprets Merlot with personality, favoring roundness and expressive richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents an \u003cstrong\u003eintense and deep ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the nose, it offers a wide and compact bouquet, with notes of ripe red fruit, plum jam, cherry, and blueberry, enriched by hints of cocoa, toasted notes, and a very delicate balsamic touch. The sip is full, warm, and full-bodied, yet also elegant and caressing, with a soft texture and a long aromatic persistence. The tannic component remains integrated and pleasant, while the freshness supports the wine without making it angular, favoring a harmonious overall balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSansonina 2016 Merlot Garda DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with flavorful meat dishes, such as braises, roasts, grilled steaks, and light game. It is also excellent with rich first courses, meat ragù, lasagna, and structured risottos. Its softness makes it suitable for aged cheeses and dishes with mushrooms or full-flavored sauces. It is a wine that naturally accompanies an important dinner, enhancing dishes with a strong character but not excessively spicy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal temperature to serve \u003cstrong\u003eSansonina 2016 Merlot Garda DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e is between \u003cstrong\u003e16 and 18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If possible, it is advisable to open it in advance to encourage the expression of the bouquet and a better integration of the toasted and spicy notes. Alternatively, a brief oxygenation in a decanter can be useful in the early years of bottle evolution, especially if one wishes to highlight its structure and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying \u003cstrong\u003eSansonina 2016 Merlot Garda DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e means choosing a quality red, capable of offering intensity, finesse, and great versatility at the table. It is an ideal bottle for those who love Merlot in a rich and mature version, with inviting aromas and a round sip that is never heavy. Thanks to its elegant profile and long persistence, it is perfect for both an important dinner and for enriching one’s cellar with a wine of recognizable and satisfying character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"La Sansonina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659335741826,"sku":"546b38f319","price":36.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/a6872e1208d1a7918bf69e682d762280_a5853fde-3e05-4fba-ade2-fe4c70b887da.jpg?v=1779245641","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/sansonina-2016-merlot-garda-doc","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}