Age of the vines : 35 anni
Denomination : DOC Aquileia
Variety : Best selection of the Refosco grapes
Area of production : vigneti di Aquileia Località Colombara
Training system : Guyot
Type of soil : Silty loam with high percentage of clay
Aging : 100% French oak 12 months plus 12 months in big oak an one year of aging in the bottle
Description : the grapes are harvested around the last third of September we proceed with the destemming and it is left to ferment in wooden barrels with a capacity of 5 hl for about 20 -40 days depending on the year. 18-24 months in suitable wooden barrels of french oak.
After bottling the wine will be age for an extra year before start to be sell.
Organoleptic properties : a rich ruby red color with wild berries and black currant on the nose joined with a light spice coming from the oak.
Pairings : We recommend a combination of grilled red meats, beef or game beef. This wine, given its dryness, is also suitable for after supper accompanied by chocolate.
Acidity : 5,50 g/l
pH : 3,45
Alcool : 14,50%