Tasting notes
Alcohol, Fruity, Body · Dry
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickGrilled peach and burrata salad with lemon oil
Juicy grilled peaches and creamy burrata lift the wine’s bright fruitiness; gentle acidity from lemon balances the soft tannins and highlights the wine’s medium body.
- Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with cherry reduction
Rich roasted lamb and a tangy cherry reduction echo the wine’s ripe fruit and moderate tannins while the meat’s succulence matches its round body and medium alcohol.
- Confit tomato salad, burrata, and citrus vinaigrette
Acidic freshness and creaminess that enhance the wine's fruitiness and cleanse the palate; the dressing's moderate acidity harmonizes with its structure and medium body.
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- Roast chicken with thyme and lemon
Simple roasted chicken with lemon and thyme brings gentle citrus and savory fat that mirror the wine's bright fruit and moderate acidity, letting the wine's light body and spice notes shine.
- Lamb stew with potatoes and rosemary
A tender and flavorful stew whose fat and herbaceous notes enhance the red fruit and body of the wine, balancing soft tannins and providing warmth on the palate.
- Blueberry risotto and smoked duck breast
The balanced acidity of the risotto and the smoky note of the duck create a refined dialogue with the mineral and fruity components, ensuring a complex and very pleasant tasting experience.
Serve between 15°C and 16°C
Common varieties
Merlot
Merlot is a popular grape variety originating from the Bordeaux region. It produces smooth and fruity red wines with aromas of red fruits and soft tannins.