The Aus Merla is a monovarietal red wine made from the Mataró grape variety, also known as Monastrell.
The Aus Merla is a monovarietal red wine made from the Mataró grape variety, also known as Monastrell.< br/>This varietal, indigenous to the Mediterranean area, gives the wine a characteristic mineral and aromatic expressiveness.
Alta Alella's production philosophy, focused on organic farming and minimal intervention, allows wines to be obtained which faithfully reflect the terroir of Alella.
Aus Merla vinification is characterized by its simplicity and respect for the raw material.
Part of the grapes are vinified as whole grapes , without destemming, to extract the maximum varietal expression.
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation are carried out in wooden vats, where the wine remains in contact with the fine lees for several months.
This aging on lees adds complexity and volume to the wine.
Visually, the Aus Merla presents an intense cherry color, typical of wines made with ripe grapes.
On the nose, an intense and complex aroma stands out, where notes of ripe black fruit (blackberry) and spices (licorice) predominate, on a background of soft toasts derived from aging in wood.
In mouth, it is a wine with a gentle entrance, ripe tannins and a balanced acidity that gives it freshness and persistence.
Aus Merla is a versatile wine that pairs perfectly with Mediterranean dishes, grilled meats, stews and aged cheeses.
The ideal serving temperature is between 16 and 18ºC.
The Celler Alta Alella is a benchmark for organic oenology in Catalonia. Located at the foot of the Serralada de Marina, in a privileged environment, the winery has been able to combine tradition and innovation to produce high quality wines.
The vineyards of Alta Alella, planted on Saulon soils, offer a unique terroir that gives its wines a unique personality.
The Saulon soils, characteristic of the Alella area, are rich in sand and poor in organic matter.
This type of soil gives Alta Alella wines a marked minerality and great freshness. In addition, the proximity to the sea provides the grapes with a sea breeze that contributes to a slow and balanced ripening.
In short, Aus Merla is an ecological red wine made by Alta Alella which authentically expresses the terroir of Alella.
Its craftsmanship, based on respect for the raw material and minimal intervention, results in a wine with a unique and complex personality.
Alta Alella, with its philosophy focused on sustainability and quality, has established itself as one of the reference wineries in Catalonia.
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