# Famiglia Grillo Organic Rosso

- **Producer:** Famiglia Grillo
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nero d'Avola, Merlot
- **Region:** Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €10
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 18–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, black cherry, ripe fruit

## About this wine

Famiglia Grillo Organic Red is an Italian red wine produced by Famiglia Grillo, a winery dedicated to quality, craftsmanship, and sustainability. The wine is a blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot, with grapes often left to over-ripen on the vine to develop greater character. The producer collaborates with Cerester in Tuscany. The wine's packaging includes a small wooden stick and a red shield, symbolizing Italian winemaking heritage. While often Non-Vintage, specific vintages have been released. The wine has received recognition from various international competitions.

## Interesting facts

- Bottle features a small wooden stick and a red shield, representing winemakers' labor and an ancient family crest.
- Grapes are intentionally over-ripened on the vine for enhanced character.
- The wine's style is sometimes compared to Ripasso due to extended ripening.
- Famiglia Grillo wines have garnered awards from Decanter, NYWSC, and Berliner Wine Trophy.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and smooth tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of roasted and grilled meats, as well as structured, savory dishes. Its fruit-forward character can stand up to tomato-based sauces and hearty ingredients.

## Wine making process

Famiglia Grillo Organic Red is produced using organic farming methods. The grapes are hand-picked after an extended period of ripening on the vine to enhance concentration. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel at controlled temperatures (26-28°C) using traditional techniques. Aging is primarily done in stainless steel. The producer emphasizes quality, craftsmanship, and sustainability in their winemaking approach.