2022 Miani Merlot Colli Orientali del Friuli

The 2022 Miani Merlot is a monumental, cult-status red that represents a "synthesis" of Enzo Pontoni’s finest fruit, blending two distinct sites into a single, powerhouse bottling. The nose oscillates between dark plum and pomegranate jam with deep, savory undertones of roasted coffee, cedar, and graphite. On the palate, it exhibits a striking duality: velvety opulence meets precise Alpine structure. It is full-bodied and "decadent" (often reaching 15% ABV), but balanced by fine-grained tannins and a vibrant, vertical freshness. The finish is remarkably long and harmonious.