Sansonina Merlot Garda DOC 2017 Magnum

Sansonina Merlot Garda DOC 2017 Magnum

Sansonina Merlot Garda DOC 2017 Magnum is a Veneto red wine with a rich and elegant profile, an expression of a Merlot carefully tended in the vineyard and cellar. The Magnum format enhances its presence at the table and makes it ideal for special occasions, important dinners, and convivial moments where a characterful, harmonious red with a beautiful personality is sought.

Territory and wine style

The Garda DOC designation places this wine in a territorial context suited for the production of soft, balanced, and pleasant-to-drink reds. The Merlot from La Sansonina is born from selected French clones and a vineyard management attentive to phenolic ripening, aiming to obtain concentrated and healthy grapes. The style is that of a modern red, structured yet smooth, built to unite aromatic richness, roundness, and finesse.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense ruby red, deep and compact. On the nose, it offers a broad and warm bouquet, where ripe red fruit, plum jam, cherry, and blueberry emerge, accompanied by sensations of cocoa and toasting, with a subtle balsamic note and a slight herbaceous hint. The sip is full, soft, and caressing, with an elegant texture and a very long aromatic persistence. The structure is significant, but always supported by balance and roundness.

Recommended pairings

This Sansonina Merlot Garda DOC 2017 Magnum pairs naturally with roasted red meats, braised dishes, grilled fillets, not overly structured game, and flavorful second courses of Italian cuisine. It is also excellent with aged cheeses, important cold cuts, and preparations based on mushrooms or soft sauces. Thanks to its roundness, it pairs well with rich dishes without being intrusive.

Serving temperature

The ideal temperature for the Sansonina Merlot Garda DOC 2017 Magnum is between 16 and 18 °C. If served slightly cooler, it maintains greater momentum and aromatic definition. In a vintage like 2017, a brief aeration in a decanter can be helpful to encourage the opening of the aromas, especially if the wine has been stored for a long time.

Why buy it

Choosing Sansonina Merlot Garda DOC 2017 Magnum means opting for an elegantly structured, rich, and versatile red, capable of uniting immediate pleasure and structure. The Magnum format adds value to the tasting and makes it perfect for the table and for an important gift. It is a bottle that speaks of care, territory, and style, with a clear identity and a pleasantness that invites a second taste.