About this wine
A 100% Merlot bottling with an inaugural vintage in 2018, Liù is Rampolla's newest addition to the range. Dense and saturated, it shows new leather, menthol, cassis and cured meat on the nose, with a full-bodied palate of blackberry jam, marasca cherry and star anise, wrapped in polished, enveloping tannins and lifted by fresh acidity.
A plush, approachable single-varietal Merlot — a softer entry point than Rampolla's Cabernet-based wines.
Sommelier's Note
"A newer face in Rampolla's lineup, but no less serious — plush Merlot fruit with the same biodynamic precision as the estate's icons."
Food Pairings
Its plush fruit and polished tannins suit braised beef, duck breast, and dishes with a touch of sweetness such as balsamic reductions; also pairs well with yakiniku-style grilled beef.
When to drink it
Casual fine dining, Merlot lovers' tastings, newer-vintage exploration
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Merlot
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥8,500-11,500
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Merlot from biodynamically farmed estate vineyards, first released with the 2018 vintage. Aged in French oak, following the estate's minimal-intervention winemaking approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Liù first released?
- Liù had its inaugural vintage in 2018, making it one of the newest additions to Rampolla's portfolio.
- What grape is Liù made from?
- It is a 100% Merlot bottling, distinguishing it from Rampolla's Cabernet Sauvignon-based Super Tuscans (Sammarco, Vigna d'Alceo).
- How does Liù compare to Sammarco and Vigna d'Alceo?
- Liù is softer and more plush, driven entirely by Merlot's dark-fruited, velvety character, whereas Sammarco and Vigna d'Alceo lean on Cabernet Sauvignon's firmer structure and grip.
- What food pairs well with Liù?
- Its plush fruit and polished tannins pair well with braised beef, duck breast, and dishes with a touch of sweetness, as well as yakiniku-style grilled beef.
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