{"product_id":"villa-felice-ti-doc-merlot-cabernet-franc-haldemann","title":"Villa Felice Ticino DOC - Merlot, Cabernet Franc Haldemann","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minusio, Canton Ticino, Switzerland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e 67% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense ruby red with violet reflections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex and enveloping, with notes of ripe plum and red bell pepper, accompanied by spicy nuances and hints of vanilla derived from aging in barriques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, structured, with persistent and well-integrated tannins. Flavors of ripe black fruit emerge on the palate, supported by good freshness and a slight toasted note. The wine shows good aging potential, expressing greater finesse after 3-5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16-18°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs well with grilled red meats, roasts, braised meats, aged cheeses, and mushroom-based dishes. Also ideal with Ticinese cuisine such as polenta with braised beef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vineyards are located in Minusio, in a relatively low position, within the historic property of Villa Felice, which includes a nineteenth-century park. The soil and microclimate of the area contribute to giving the wine its distinctive characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e After a maceration of about 17 days, the wine is aged for one year in used barriques, which provide complexity and structure without overpowering the fruity notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Villa Felice is an elegant and complex red wine, an authentic expression of the Ticino territory. The combination of Merlot and Cabernet Franc offers a harmonious balance between fruit and structure, with aging potential that enhances its qualities over time. \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; label graphics or bottle shapes may vary depending on the vintage or winery restyling. Order fulfillment is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to a free return (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haldemann","offers":[{"title":"2024 \/ 75 cl","offer_id":53502409507164,"sku":"Villa-Felice-2024","price":21.5,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/2013.04.06.08.43.233532.jpg?v=1742932528","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/products\/villa-felice-ti-doc-merlot-cabernet-franc-haldemann","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}