R | Collection Merlot
Complex with Quiet Sophistication and Lasting Charm
A fragrant medley of blackcurrants and figs are accented by subtle spice aromas. Smooth cherry, raspberry and plum flavors effortlessly blend with hints of earth and spice and ultimately lead to a toasty vanilla finish.
The Merlot offers smooth cherry and plum notes that resonate with the ripe fruit imagery on its label. Subtle hints of earth and spice evoke the deeper, symbolic layers of the portrait, while a touch of toasty vanilla reflects the warmth and refinement in the subject’s expression. Like the painting, the wine reveals its complexity with quiet sophistication and lasting charm.
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Grape Varieties
Merlot
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Tasting Notes
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Food Pairings
Pairs well with roast pork, grilled chicken, mushroom dishes, and soft, mild cheeses.
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Alcohol
Girl with Cherries
Artist: Marco d'Oggiono
Year: 1491-95
This intriguing painting by Marco d’Oggiono, an accomplished Milanese artist and close collaborator of Leonardo da Vinci, blends portraiture with symbolic allegory.
The elegantly attired woman, adorned with a crown of ivy and holding a bowl of cherries, wears a subtle, enigmatic smile. Her image may suggest themes of marriage and fidelity, as ivy traditionally symbolized devotion, yet the composition also hints at intellectual sophistication, possibly reflecting ties to the literary culture of the time. While d’Oggiono began his career emulating Leonardo’s style and reproducing his master’s works, he eventually forged a distinct artistic voice of his own.
Where Wine becomes Art
