# Corte Giara Merlot Corvina (2022)

- **Producer:** Corte Giara
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Merlot, Corvina
- **Region:** Veneto, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €9
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black cherry, ripe fruit, red cherry, plum, spice

## About this wine

Corte Giara Merlot Corvina 2022 is an Italian red wine from the Veneto region, produced by Corte Giara, a project of the Allegrini family. The wine's identity is rooted in blending traditional winemaking with a modern, international approach, aiming to offer accessible wines. The name 'Corte Giara' draws inspiration from a historic rural court in Fumane, a significant location for the Allegrini family. The blend of Merlot and Corvina grapes is central to its distinctive profile, offering a contemporary expression of Veneto's viticultural heritage.

## Interesting facts

- Corte Giara means 'courtyard of the wagon' and is named after a historic rural court central to the Allegrini family's activities.
- The blend combines the international appeal of Merlot with the indigenous Italian Corvina grape.
- This wine is part of a project by the Allegrini family, known for producing world-class Amarone.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and smooth tannins are well-suited to complement the protein and fat in red meats, while its ripe fruit notes can echo or contrast with savory and herbal elements in dishes. The moderate acidity helps to cleanse the palate, making richer dishes more enjoyable.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Corte Giara Merlot Corvina 2022 begins with a manual harvest in the latter half of September. The grapes undergo soft pressing of the whole bunch before fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (26-30°C) for 8-10 days, with daily pumping over. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel for approximately 4 months, then spends 2 months in bottle before release. This method emphasizes the preservation of fruit characteristics and a smooth texture.