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Tarantella Merlot 2016

Tarantino IGP

Named after an erotic Italian folk dance (immortalised by Dean Martin in ‘That’s Amore’), Tarantella is plummy, rich Merlot from Puglia, home of ‘sensational bargains of real soul’ (Robert Parker). Be warned, it is irresistibly dark and sensuous.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Silky smooth, plump and fruity. Lovely balance and length

Aroma

Stewed plums and aromatic spices. Ripe and seductive

Tarantella Merlot 2016

More information

  • Red - Medium Bodied
  • Italy
  • Deep dark scarlet
  • Vegetarian
  • 13.5% ABV
  • 10.13 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2019
  • Vegan

Not surprisingly for a dance that’s evolved over a thousand years, the origin of the Tarantella is shrouded in mystery. Some say it was devised in Taranto, Puglia, as a cure to the Tarantula’s bite (provided victims danced for three days and nights); others, it was the antidote to the morso (bite) d’amor. Many regions in Italy’s south have their own version of this dance but we believe we are unique in offering a seductive local wine of the same name. Discovered by our buyers in a wild area of bountiful sunshine, ancient vineyards, olive groves, trulli and wines of outstanding value, Tarantella Merlot exudes ripe plum and sweet spice character. Decant and enjoy by candlelight with pasta ragù, tender loin of beef and your partner of choice.

"A very pleasant, smooth, enjoyable wine; drink on its own or with good Italian food" Online Review
For the 2014 vintage
Map showing Tarantino IGP
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