El Nen Sam
2023, Anoia , El Penedès , Spain
El Nen Sam
Merlot
Lucy Chilvers
About the Wine
Hand harvest in 18kg crates. The merlot undergoes a 9 day full carbonic maceration in stainless steel tanks. We then gently press the juice and transfer to used French oak barrels for 14 months. The following year in Autumn the wines are bottled. 7 months in bottle. Merlot - Sant Joan Samura. 200m altitude. Planted in 1996. Clay and high calcium soils. Organically farmed.
Tasting Notes
On the nose bursting with raspberry, blackcurrant and wild fennel, violet, with hints of vanilla. On the pallet light with rich red fruits, high acidity with a earthy quality.
Pairing Notes
Very versatile wine. Pairs well with sticky BBQ meats, smoked fish, game. Dark chocolate and creamy or blue cheeses.