Refosco dal Peduncolo rosso
This wine is made of local native grapes and has a deep red colour with purple reflections, with a spiced bouquet of wileberries. It is a dry wine with complexity and balance. Rich in tannins and supported by a good level of acidity that contributes to its structure and smoothness. To appreciate with red and game meat. To be served at a temperature of 16-18°C (60-65°F)
| Wine name: | REFOSCO DAL PEDUNCOLO ROSSO |
| Production area : | D.O.C. FRIULI COLLI ORIENTALI In the hills of the municipality of Attimis at 200 m. above sea level |
| Type of wine: | Dry red wine |
| Soil: | Flysch of the Eocene epoch with a prevalence of sandstone |
| Growing system: | Guyot |
| Harvest: | Early October (first ten days of the month). Grapes are hand harvested, selected and separated into crates |
| Vinification: | Maceration on the skins for at least 15 days at about 26°C. Once racked off and softly pressed |
| Enhancement: | The wine stands in steel at a controlled temperature for at least 12 months. Once bottled the wine is left to mature for 4 months before sale |
| Alcohol content: | 13% vol |
| Organoleptic characteristics: | Ruby red colour,fruity bouquet spiced. Dry wine with rich complexity and balance. It is not very tannic and the good level of acidity. Contributes to its structure and smoothness |
| Conservation: | Keep in a cool and dark place |
| Serving temperature: | 18° C |
| Bottiglia: | 750 ml |
| Food combinations: | Good match with red meats, game and seasoned cheese |
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