Organic Merlot by Ponte, IGT Veneto
Organic Merlot by Ponte, IGT Veneto
This Merlot BIO IGT VENETO from Ponte has a bright red color with violaceous reflections. On the nose, it has a vinous aroma with a hint of fresh grass.
On the palate, the wine is lively and sapid, with a light tannic structure that balances the wine. The tannins are not overwhelming, allowing the wine to be easily paired with a variety of foods, particularly red meats, cheeses, and charcuterie. The wine has a well-balanced acidity, making it refreshing and easy to drink.
Overall, this Merlot is a well-crafted wine that expresses the purity of the grapes and the care that Ponte takes in its winemaking process. It is a great choice for those looking for a medium-bodied, easy-drinking red wine that pairs well with food.
The wine comes from the Veneto region and is designated as IGP/IGT, which stands for Indicazione Geografica Protetta/Tipica, indicating that it is a protected geographical indication or typical geographical indication. The alcohol content of the wine is 12% and it has a sugar content of 1.6 g/L. The recommended serving temperature for the wine is between 18-20°C.
About Ponte
The Ponte wine cooperative is based in Conegliano in Veneto and has been working with the best winemakers in the region for over 70 years. It represents more than 1,000 wine-growing families and relies on people, their passion and their daily commitment to produce high-quality wines that respect the terroir and the environment, while being socially committed.
Ponte is committed to production that respects the terroir, the environment as well as socially, working with winegrowing families to produce superior quality wines for customers around the world.
Ponte's passion and daily commitment to producing high quality wines testifies to the importance they place on their profession. This can be reassuring for consumers concerned about the environmental impact of their consumption and who are looking for superior quality wines produced by passionate winemakers.
Ponte is a renowned wine company from the Veneto region of Italy that was founded in 1948 by a group of determined winemakers. In total Ponte farms over 3000 hectares of land throughout the Veneto region. Ponte values its territory and the history of the land, which once belonged to the Republic of Venice. The vineyards flourish in the hard clay soils and light sands typically deposited by the Piave River, benefiting from a particularly favorable climate for viticulture.
Ponte Winery produces a mix of varietals, with a distinct prevalence of white grapes such as Prosecco DOC and Pinot Grigio delle Venezie DOC, followed by Chardonnay and Manzoni. As regards red grapes, the main varietals are Merlot and Cabernet, in addition to Raboso, the typical autonomous vine of the Piave river area.
Ponte Winery is committed to valuing the social and territorial context by supporting numerous local and national initiatives that promote ethics, respect, passion, and commitment. The winery has obtained various certifications that guarantee the quality of its wines, including FSSC 22000, Suolo e Salute, BRC, and IFS.
The winery uses cutting-edge processing technologies that turn its grapes into fine wines, safeguarding character, bouquet, and typicality. Ponte Winery has four collection and winemaking sites, each equipped with processing technologies and an extensive wine shop selling the entire range of wines produced. The state-of-the-art pressing plant guarantees superior processing of the grapes and a more refined end product that highlights the organoleptic characteristics of the grapes used.
Ponte Winery respects the land with balanced agricultural practices and uses innovative winemaking technologies that respect nature. The winery has a modern photovoltaic system that meets 45% of its total energy requirements. Ponte wine represents honesty, respect, care, attention, safeguarding the environment as well as human resources.
