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Touché

Ticino DOC Merlot - 2021

Grape variety:
Merlot

Alcohol content:
13 % Vol

Service temperature:
16 - 18 °C

75cl - 6bt original carton.

28,00CHF

In stock

SKU: bri-touche-75
Specifications

Color:
Intense and deep ruby red

Scent:
Intense and complex. Harmonic, with notes of blackberry fruits like blueberry and blackberry. Roasted hints that remind liquorice, and light spicy nuances

Longevity:
The Touché 2021 will reach its full expressive potential beginning in fall 2023 and will continue to develop in character through 2029 and beyond if properly cellared

Taste:
Smooth and fruity. Fresh, rich and with a good structure. Tannins of perfect quantity and strength. Balanced, harmonic and persistent at the finish

Pairings:

  • Roasts
  • Red meat
  • Hard cheese
  • Poultry with dark meat such as guinea fowl, pigeon, duck
  • Local cured meat

Gradation:
13% Vol

Temperature:
16 - 18°C

Grape variety:
Merlot

Vinification

Vinified in the traditional method with a maceration period of 10 - 12 days at 28-30°C in stainless-steel tanks. The wine matured for 12 months in  one year-old barriques.

Awards

VINTAGE 2015 – Gold Medal – GRAND PRIX DU VIN SUISSE

VINTAGE 2019 – 92 points – FALSTAFF

VINTAGE 2020 – 91 points – FALSTAFF

VINTAGE 2021 – 91 points – FALSTAFF

 

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