Romagnoli Michelangelo da Caravaggio Emilia Rosso IGT 2021

With the cuvée of Croatina in combination with Barbera and Merlot, Cantina Romagnoli has achieved the optimal balance of the grape varieties used. An intense bouquet in the glass: crisp red fruits, sour cherries and a hint of roasted wood. The sophisticated development of the Caravaggio Rosso ensures a good structure and a very special minerality with subtle residual sugar. Great all-rounder with the highest score from Luca Maroni.

Grape variety: 

Croatina, Barbera and Merlot. Production method:
Harvesting the ripe grapes by hand in boxes. Approx. 20% of the Croatina grapes are harvested later in order to obtain a higher concentration of sugar and aromas. Gentle crushing and destemming as well as a 5-6 day maceration in contact with the skins at a controlled temperature of 28-30°C. The wine is turned over 3 times a day. The individual wines are aged in French oak barriques over a period of 12 months. Special feature: Romagnoli uses new wood to age the Croatina portion, which was obtained from the overripe grapes!

Color:
Deep ruby ​​red. 

Bouquet:
Complex and elegant with hints of crisp red fruits. There is also a clear sour cherry note, a hint of roasted wood and pickled cherries at the end. 

Taste:

Smooth, fresh, with good acidity and a nice tannin concentration. The subtle residual sugar ensures pleasant drinking pleasure and a remarkable length of taste. 

Storage: 

The Michelangelo da Caravaggio Rosso IGT can mature for 5-6 years after the harvest.  

Serving temperature:
Serve the Michelangelo da Caravaggio Rosso IGT at 16-18°C. 

Serving suggestion:
The Michelangelo da Caravaggio Rosso IGT goes excellently with pasta with meat or mushroom sauce, second courses with meat and game as well as with mature cheese.