| Vintage |
2021, 2022 |
| Production Area |
Prepotto (UD), Locality Poianis, altitude 120 meters a.s.l. |
| Variety |
100% Schioppettino, native grape variety |
| Soil |
Ponca, flysch consisting of marl and stratified sandstone of Eocene origin |
| Vineyard Exposure |
North-east, south-east |
| Training System |
Guyot |
| Planting Year |
2019 |
| Harvest |
Manual with bunches selection, around end September |
| Winemaking and Aging |
Red vinification with delestage.
Fermentation at controlled temperature (from +14 to max +28°C) to promote development and greater release of varietal aromas.
Aged in stainless steel tanks for 5/6 months, then transferred to barrels and tonneau of different woods for at least 12 months, finally in bottle in underground cellar for at least 6/8 months |
| Bottle Type and Cap |
Bordeaux bottle of 0.750 l, cork cap |
| Production |
4000 bottles/ha/year |
| Organoleptic Notes |
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| Color |
Ruby red color of variable intensity, with light garnet hues |
| Aroma |
Distinctive aroma of spicy notes (pepper, cinnamon, tobacco leaves), background of coffee and wild berry jam |
| Flavors |
On the palate offers pleasant sensations of spices such as Sichuan pepper and berries, particularly red currants. It is a full-bodied wine with elegant tannins, balanced, and pleasantly persistent |
| Alcohol |
13.5% abv |
| Serving Temperature |
+16°/20°C, it is recommended to uncork the bottle one hour before serving, preferably with a decanter |
| Pairing |
Excellent with red meats, game, flavorful cheeses, exquisite when paired with escargot and flavorful fish |
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| IO SONO FVG |
The collective brand “IO SONO FRIULI VENEZIA GIULIA” aims to make companies recognizable and reward those that add value to the region by ensuring transparency and authenticity. |
