About this wine
A 100% Merlot Toscana Rosso IGT, named Welcome (Benvenuto in Italian), designed as an approachable, softer expression of the variety compared to Acquabona's more structured reds. Aged mainly in steel with a small portion in oak tonneau, followed by bottle aging.
As the name promises, this is Acquabona's most welcoming red — soft, fruity, and easy to enjoy any night of the week.
Sommelier's Note
"Welcome lives up to its name — this is the bottle to open when you just want an honest, fuss-free glass of Merlot."
Food Pairings
An easy match for everyday pasta with tomato or meat sauce, pizza, and cold cuts.
When to drink it
Weeknight dinners, pizza nights, casual gatherings
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Merlot
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $18-24 (approx. ¥2,700-3,600; converted from comparable Acquabona Toscana IGT entry-level pricing, reference estimate)
Terroir & Winemaking
Around 13% ABV; aged at least 10 months in steel tank with 10-15% of the volume in oak tonneau for the same period, followed by around 6 months in bottle — a softer, fruit-forward style of Merlot.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Acquabona's Welcome made from?
- It is a 100% Merlot Toscana Rosso IGT.
- Why is it called Welcome?
- It is the English rendering of its Italian name, Benvenuto, reflecting its role as an easy, approachable red in Acquabona's range.
- How is it aged?
- Mainly in steel tank for at least 10 months, with a small portion (10-15%) in oak tonneau, followed by about 6 months in bottle.
- What food pairs well with Welcome?
- Everyday pasta with tomato or meat sauce, pizza, and cold cuts pair easily with it.
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