2020 Vintage

Merlot 2020 - 14.5% vol. - Duka Winery

$38.01

A big, firm Merlot from the Duka family’s vineyard above Lake Topana, near Durrës. Raspberry, blueberry, and a hint of dried apple.

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Tasting Notes

Deep ruby in the glass. Raspberry, blueberry, and dried apple on the nose. Dry and full bodied, with firm tannins and a long, steady finish.

Serve & Pair

Serve at about 18°C (64°F), and open it 30 minutes before pouring. Pairs with grilled red meats, aged sausages, and roast lamb with vegetables.

The Facts
Grape
100% Merlot
Vintage
2020
Region
Lalez, Ishem, Durazzo
Alcohol
14.5%
Volume
750 ml
Production
In red with thermo-conditioning of the fermentation process (24-26°C), aged for 6 months in the bottle.
Yield
60 quintals
Bottles produced
6500
Allergens
Contain sulfites

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Why We Chose It

We picked this for the structure. It has a raspberry and blueberry taste up front, a hint of dried apple, and firm tannins that hold on through a long finish.

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Duka Winery

Enver Duka's vineyard outside Durrës, with the family restaurant down the hill by the lake.

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