Marchesi di Gresy Monferrato Rosso 2019 vs Torbreck Old Vines Grenache Mourvedre Shiraz 2022
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £19.99 | £19.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Marchesi de Gresy | Torbreck |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Merlot | Shiraz, Grenache |
| Region | Piedmont | — |
| Country | Italy | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
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
Torbreck Old Vines Grenache Mourvedre Shiraz 2022
Torbreck Old Vines Grenache Mourvèdre Shiraz 2022 is a premium Barossa Valley GSM blend produced by Torbreck Vintners . The estate combines traditional Rhône-inspired winemaking techniques with modern practices to craft wines that are rich, expressive and balanced. Sourced from mature old vines across the Barossa Valley, the wine showcases the intensity and complexity of the region while retaining elegance and vibrancy. Production This red is a blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Shiraz. Each variety is harvested carefully and fermented separately to preserve its character before maturation in seasoned oak. The wine is aged to integrate the tannins, enhance structure and achieve a harmonious, full-bodied style. Tasting notes The wine displays aromas of ripe red berries, dark cherries and subtle spice on the nose. On the palate, it is full-bodied and layered with blackberry, plum and savoury notes, supported by fine, well-integrated tannins and a long, persistent finish. Its vibrant fruit and complexity make it approachable yet age-worthy. Food match Pairs beautifully with slow-roasted lamb, grilled rib-eye steak, game dishes or mature hard cheeses. Grape varieties Grenache, Mourvèdre, Shiraz
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