Collio Merlot

Vintage 2017
by Tenuta Borgo Conventi
Varietal Merlot
Color red
Region Friuli-Venezia-Giulia,Friuli-Venezia Giulia,dop Friuli / Friuli Venezia Giulia / Furlanija / Furlanija Julijska krajina,dop Friuli / Friuli Venezia Giulia
Country Italy
Medal Score
24.0
8 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black plumtobaccocedardark cocoaviolet
Palate

Medium-plus body with velvety tannins and bright acidity, offering a plush yet structured texture.

Finish

Long and persistent, leaving notes of black cherry, graphite, and a hint of espresso.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • wild mushroom risotto
  • • aged Montasio cheese
  • • braised short ribs with polenta
  • • prosciutto-wrapped pork tenderloin
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2028

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Double Gold Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2020
Gold Berliner Wine Trophy Summer Session 2021
Gold Mundus Vini Summer Tasting 2020
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2021
Silver IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2021
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2021
Silver Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2020

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