Marchesi di Gresy Monferrato Rosso 2019 vs Ranch 32 Cabernet Sauvignon
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £19.99 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Producer | Marchesi de Gresy | Scheid Family Wines |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Merlot | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Region | Piedmont | — |
| Country | Italy | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Marchesi di Gresy Monferrato Rosso 2019
Marchesi di Gresy Monferrato Rosso is a remarkable 100% Merlot from Piedmont — a grape variety more associated with Bordeaux than Barbera country, but one that has found an exceptional home in the commune of Cassine in the Asto zone. Originally planted to blend with Barbera, winemaker Alberto decided the juice was simply too good to blend, and bottled it as a single varietal. Aged for 12 months in used French barriques followed by a further 24 months in Slovenian oak casks, this is a spicy, rich wine with forest fruits and plums on the nose, dark fruits, toasty cedar, and vanilla on the palate, with ripe tannins leading to a long, structured finish. Why You'll Love It This is 100% Merlot from Marchesi di Gresy, one of Piedmont's most respected estates, produced under the DOC Monferrato appellation from vineyards in the commune of Cassine in the Asto zone. The decision to bottle this as a single varietal rather than blending it with Barbera speaks to the exceptional quality of the fruit from this site. The extended oak ageing programme — 12 months in used French barriques followed by 24 months in Slovenian oak casks, totalling three years of maturation — develops extraordinary complexity and structure while allowing the Merlot's natural richness and fruit character to shine through. Winemaker Matteo Sasso oversees production, crafting a wine that is vegetarian and vegan-friendly. This is Piedmontese Merlot with depth, complexity, and genuine ageing ambition. Vineyard & Winemaking Produced by Marchesi di Gresy under DOC Monferrato, Piedmont, Italy. Vineyards in the commune of Cassine, Asto zone. Aged 12 months in used French barriques, followed by 24 months in Slovenian oak casks. Winemaker: Matteo Sasso. Vegetarian and vegan. Contains sulphites. Tasting Notes Spicy and rich with forest fruits and plums on the nose. Complex on the palate with dark fruits, toasty cedar, and vanilla, with ripe tannins leading to a long, structured finish. Food Pairing Excellent with ste
Ranch 32 Cabernet Sauvignon
Ranch 32 Cabernet Sauvignon is a powerful and elegant expression of Cabernet from the protected southern areas of Monterey County. Aromas of blackberry, plum, and currant are complemented by hints of mocha and violet. On the palate, the wine is lush and layered, with balanced acidity and supple, integrated tannins, culminating in a long, smoky oak finish. Meet the Producer Ranch 32 is a Monterey-based winery dedicated to crafting wines that reflect the potential of the region’s diverse terroir. By combining careful vineyard management with precise winemaking, Ranch 32 produces expressive and approachable wines that highlight both varietal character and regional identity. Production Estate-grown grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness during the night and delivered to the winery early in the morning to preserve freshness. Select lots are carefully sorted, destemmed, and crushed, then fermented dry in open-top containers. The cap of skins and seeds is gently punched down several times daily to extract flavour, colour, and structure. Maturation The wine is aged for 12 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels (25% French, 10% American, 35% new oak), allowing complex layers to integrate and develop while maintaining varietal purity. Tasting Notes Deep ruby in colour, this Cabernet Sauvignon offers aromas of blackberry, plum, and currant with subtle mocha and violet notes. The palate is rich, structured, and layered, with balanced acidity, smooth tannins, and a lingering smoky finish. Food Match Perfect with grilled steak, barbecued lamb, or hearty stews. Grape Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
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