NAME: REFOSCO IGT (red)

ALCOHOL CONTENT: 12% volume.

GRAPE VARIETIES USED: Refosco 100%.

PRODUCTION AREA AND EXPOSURE: Piave River basin south east of Treviso.

SOIL TYPE: good balance of clay and limestone components, rich in skeleton and organic substances.

TRAINING SYSTEM: Sylvoz.

VINTAGE: harvested by hand into crates at the end of September.

VINIFICATION: grapes are de-stemmed and crushed and then the skins are macerated in contact with the must for 7-8 days at a controlled temperature of 22-25 °C.

MATURATION AND AGEING: malolactic fermentation is completed in stainless steel containers and the wine is then aged further in the bottle before sale.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS: high-quality red grape with an intense, vinous fragrance reminiscent of autumn fruits, particularly raspberry and bramble. Tannin-rich palate, full bodied with a crisp, lingering finish.

SUGGESTED PAIRINGS: ideal accompaniment to game dishes, salami, cured meats and roasts.

 

HOW TO SERVE: at a temperature of 18 °C in large red wine glasses.