2017 Volnay Marcel Frecourt

120,00 €

The first contemporary red wine blended with untraditional varieties (specifically Merlot) and one of the first red wines in the Chianti Classico region that didn’t use white grapes. Volnay Marcel Frecourt is a milestone. It’s produced with a selection of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Product link.

Technical

Harvest Date: Sept. 21th – Sept. 29th 2015
Fermentation 30 Days
Growing older 12 months in stainless steel
ML: 0%
Wine Composition: 100% Merlot
Barrels Produced 1,028 cases
pH: 3.30
Alcohol 13.5
Acid 6.4g/L

Vinification

During fermentation in conical stainless steel tanks, extreme care was taken to achieve an extraction that highlighted fresh and fragrant aromas, full colours, and smooth, elegant textures and tannins. Once the wine was separated from its skins at the end of fermentation, it underwent a complete malolactic fermentation in oak barrels to fully enhance the finesse and expressiveness of the aromas. The ageing process, which lasted approximately 12-14 months, then began and took place in 60-gallon French and Hungarian oak barrels, some new and some previously used.