Campania Rosso "Atipico" IGT (Merlot) – Antonio Molettieri

Un unconventional Irpinian red wine made from 100% Merlot grapes grown at an altitude of 550 metres in the municipality of Castelfranci (AV).

The Campania Rosso "Atipico" IGT from Cantina Antonio Molettieri tells the story of the unique encounter between an international grape variety and the cool, well-ventilated microclimate of the Castelfranci hills, resulting in an elegant, smooth red wine with great personality.

Tasting notes:

• Colour: intense ruby red.
• Aroma: elegant and fragrant, with notes of ripe red fruit and delicate spicy nuances.
• Palate: smooth, velvety and full-bodied, with silky tannins and pleasant freshness.
• Recommended pairings: ideal with red meats, roasts, flavourful pasta dishes and aged cheeses.

Summary technical sheet:

• Producer: Antonio Molettieri (Castelfranci, AV)
• Designation: Campania Rosso IGT
• Grape variety: 100% Merlot
• Production area: Castelfranci (AV) – altitude 550 m above sea level, clay-limestone soil
• Training system: Guyot spur-pruned (yield 85 q.li/hectare)
• Harvest: second decade of September
• Vinification and ageing: gentle pressing and maceration in stainless steel for about 15 days at 26–28°C; aged for 15 months in stainless steel and 2 months in the bottle
• Alcohol content: 14.5% vol
• Serving temperature: 12–14°C
• Format: 0.75 L