MONTENUOVO 2007

TASTING NOTES 2007 Vintage

The 2007 vintage is a harmonious blend of Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Merlot. By character it’s a golden mean between the robust and the lively-fruity styles. Has depth and dimension. The aroma is dominated by ripe fruits complemented with spicy notes.

Its complexity makes it a good match with many kinds of dishes.

Dry red wine

WINE REGION
Villány | Pillangó and Mandolás vineyards

GRAPE VARIETIES

40% Cabernet Franc
20% Merlot
23% Syrah
17% Zweigelt

VINIFICATION-MATURATION

To protect the grapes from extreme heat and sunburn we didn’t pick the leaves. In the 2007 vintage accent is towards fruitiness, in practice it means shorter maceration on the skin and more intense fermentation. Maturation took place in barrels:

35% in 6000 l casks

65% in 225 l barrels

ALCOHOL: 14,2 %

CONSUME AT: 16-17˚C