Marzemino | Grape variety
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Marzemino | Grape variety
Marzemino is a red wine variety native to Italy, particularly to the Trentino-Alto Adige region. The grape variety has been known in the region for centuries and is often referred to as one of the most important autochthonous grape varieties in Italy. The grapes of the Marzemino vine produce a dark red wine with a delicate aroma of wild berries and spices, characterized by a mild flavor and a low tannin content.
The origin of the Marzemino grape is not clear, but it is believed to have originated either in the Veneto region or in Hungary. The variety has a long tradition in Trentino-Alto Adige and the surrounding regions and is often associated with the opera 'Don Giovanni' by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as this wine is sung about in one of the opera's most famous arias.
Marzemino is grown mainly in the Trentino-Alto Adige region, but also in other regions of Italy, including Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The vine prefers calcareous soils and a temperate climate, making it an ideal grape variety for hilly Trentino Alto Adige.
Marzemino is often used as a blending partner to complement and enhance other grape varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah. However, some winemakers also produce single varietal Marzemino wines, which are characterized by a balanced aroma and pleasant acidity.
Overall, Marzemino is a fascinating and storied grape variety that has a long tradition in Italy and is characterized by its unique aromas and flavors. Although it is not as well known as other Italian grape varieties such as Sangiovese or Nebbiolo, it is appreciated by many wine lovers and deserves further discovery and diffusion. - Gerardo [TS04/23]
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Marzemino Trentino DOC 2024Cantina di Trento, South Tyrol - Trentino
Marzemino is a bright ruby red with violet reflections in the glass. Its fragrance is delicate and floral, with seductive notes of violets, which are typical of this grape variety. This pure Marzemino is a classic of the region, characterized by its smooth texture and elegant, fruity...
€ 7,95 = 10,60 €/L
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Ronchedone · Vino Rosso VdT 2021Cà dei Frati, Lombardy
The Vino Rosso Ronchedone has an intense, deep red color with ruby reflections in the glass - an initial indication of its depth and complexity. On the nose, it reveals an inviting interplay of aromas of ripe wild berries, Amarena cherries and fine caramel notes, which give it a warm, multi-layered...
€ 17,95 = 23,93 €/L
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Nepomuceno · Benaco Bresciano Rosso IGT 2020 (Bio)Cantrina, Lombardy
Cantrina's flagship wine bears a meaningful name that does justice to this impressive red wine. Mainly made from Merlot, the grape variety reaches a natural full maturity in the hills of Lake Garda, which gives the wine a remarkably impressive profile. The deep dark, impenetrable garnet-purple color already indicates its intensity. The bouquet is powerful and enveloping, characterized by soft fruit notes, spicy nuances from the wood barrel ageing as well as typical varietal, herbaceous and balsamic aromas....
€ 30,95 = 41,27 €/L
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Ronchedone · Vino Rosso VdT MAGNUM 2022Cà dei Frati, Lombardy
One Magnum bottle of the Vino Rosso Ronchedone by Cá dei Frati:
€ 44,95 = 29,97 €/L
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