Refosco del Pedunc. Rosso DOC 2011 Felluga 750ml

Red Peduncle Refosco
DESCRIPTION

This indigenous Friuli variety has a great tradition, so much so that di Manzano reports in the 'Annals of Friuli' in 1390 that 'the Roman ambassadors offered twenty
igastariis (containers) of Refosco wine to the Dominican general'.

Grape variety: Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso
Denomination: Friuli Colli Orientali
Designation: D.O.C.
Production area: Rosazzo
Soil type: flysch of marls and sandstones of Eocene origin
Grape variety: Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso
Training system: Guyot
Methods of defence: integrated pest control with low environmental impact.
Harvesting period: first ten days of October.
Harvesting method: by hand in small crates.
Vinification: The grapes are gently destemmed and crushed. Fermentation takes place with maceration of the skins at a controlled temperature in stainless steel containers.
Frequent pumping over is carried out, for a period of about three weeks, in order to extract colour and aroma from the skins. Pressing then takes place.
Ageing: Maturation takes place for about twelve months in small French oak barrels. The bottled wine is normally kept in temperature-controlled rooms for at least four
months.
Sensory notes: Colour: bright ruby red with slight violet reflections

Bouquet: broad and varied, with ripe plum and blackberry; penetrating and vigorous in development with light notes of spices and undergrowth; sandalwood and incense on
the finish

Taste: characterized by the pleasant return of plum and small black fruits; progressive with considerable complexity; medium body but with good roundness, the crisp
acidity adds persistence to the finish and aftertaste

Pairings: Feathered game, red meats, roasts, medium to mature cheeses
Serving temperature: 17 - 18 °C