Dry Red Wine
Vintage: 2006
Variety: 100% Merlot
Growing region: Upper Galilee
Growing conditions and climate: Basaltic soil mixed with terra rossa allows for effective ventilation of the vine roots. Together with cool nights, hot days and low humidity, the terroir is ideal for optimal development of the grapes’ color, aroma and flavor components.
Wine production process: The grapes were harvested manually in the early morning hours at the end of September 2006. After destemming the grapes were fermented on their skins for about 15 days for maximum extraction of natural flavor and aroma components. The grapes were then crushed and the wine lightly clarified before being transferred to French oak barrels for 14 months of aging before being bottled.
Tasting notes: The wine is dark red in color with bold scents of forest berries, raspberries and strawberries tinted with toasted oak and a hint of vanilla. A medium-bodied wine with an intricate flavor that leaves a long pleasant finish.
Chemical composition:
Alcohol: 13%
pH: 3.55
General acidity: 5.70g/liter