COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Malbec, Merlot
PRODUCER
Hammel Terres de Vins SA
REGION
Vaud
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine de la Bolliattaz Malbec Merlot is a red wine from the Vaud region of Switzerland, specifically the Lavaux AOC, Grand Cru Villette. Produced by Hammel Terres de Vins SA, it is a blend of Malbec and Merlot. Hammel Terres de Vins SA is recognized for its extensive vineyard plantings, exploring a wide range of grape varieties. The Lavaux region, with its steep, terraced vineyards overlooking Lake Geneva, provides a unique viticultural environment. The 2022 vintage benefited from a warm and dry growing season, contributing to ripe fruit characteristics.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€34
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Lavaux vineyards are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Fact 02
Hammel SA cultivates over 36 grape varieties.
Fact 03
Merlot was recognized for its potential on Lake Geneva shores.
Fact 04
This wine is a Grand Cru from Villette.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Domaine de la Bolliattaz Malbec Merlot is produced by Hammel Terres de Vins SA, a winery known for its extensive grape varietal diversity. The wine is a blend of Malbec and Merlot, cultivated in the Vaud region of Switzerland. The winemaking process involves fermentation, where grape skins are typically macerated to extract color and flavor. Specific details regarding fermentation temperatures, yeast strains, or aging protocols for the 2022 vintage are not provided. However, reviews for other vintages suggest the wine has the capacity to age and develop over time.
