Langhe Rosso D.O.C. Armire' - Giacomo Marengo - ITALY

Grape: Merlot 100%.
ABV: 15%.
Yearly production: 1500 bottles.

Colour: Very deep ruby red.

Aroma: Clean fruity smell of plum and blackberries, vanilla and oak.

Taste: Full body, very well balanced with exceptional softness and velvety, very persistent.

Behind the label: Armire’ in Piedmont dialect means “weapon maker” which was the job of Marengo's family in the 19th century.

Producer: Marengo’s family origin lies in Piedmont from the father’s side which comes from the commune of La Morra, and has been producing Barolo for more than a century.
The wines are produced through a collaboration between owner Emilio Marengo with his friend Roberto Voerzio, who keeps aside a small space for him in his wonderful cellar.
Production levels sit at an average of fewer than 500 grams per vine, and this means an outstanding quality with concentrations of flavor and taste.