Merlot Vigna Kressfeld Riserva 2017 - Kornell

Red Trentino Alto Adige Vintage 2017 Size 0,75 lt Alcohol 13.5%

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The wine

Description and technical sheet

Merlot Vigna Kressfeld Riserva is one of the flagship wines of the Kornell estate, located in Settequerce, South Tyrol. Produced only in the finest vintages, it comes from a single vineyard—Kressfeld—where Merlot thrives in ideal conditions to express elegance, complexity, and depth. The quartz porphyry soil gives the wine a distinctive mineral structure, balanced by remarkable smoothness. Vinification includes fermentation in wooden vats and aging for at least 18 months in French barriques, followed by additional months in bottle. Kornell’s approach combines modern techniques with a deep respect for tradition, highlighting the full potential of both grape and terroir. This Merlot is crafted for those who seek a wine of great personality—one that evolves gracefully over time and pairs beautifully with red meats, game, or aged cheeses.

Merlot Vigna Kressfeld Riserva: Tasting Notes

In the glass, it shows a deep, almost impenetrable ruby red. The nose opens with ripe forest berries, plum, and black cherry, followed by spicy notes of black pepper, dark chocolate, leather, and tobacco. On the palate, it is enveloping and velvety, with finely integrated tannins and a well-balanced freshness that supports the structure. The finish is long, harmonious, and rich in fruity and spicy echoes, reflecting the quality of the cru and the meticulous care taken in the cellar.

Product specifications

Type: Red
Appellation: Alto Adige DOC
Vintage: 2017
Country: Italia
Region: Trentino Alto Adige
Grapes: Merlot
Grapes: Merlot 100%
Aging and fermentation: Maturazione per 18 mesi in barrique nuove e dopo 24 mesi in bottiglia.
Serving temperature: 18°/20°
Food and Wine Pairing: Piatti a base di carne
Fermentazione e Affinamento: Fermentazione in tonneaux per 25 giorni