GRAPES

Pignolo – autochthonous. Vineyards with an average age of 35 years, cultivated using a modified double upside-down and Guyot training system,
with a planting density of 5,500 vines per hectare.

PRODUCTION AREA

At the La Viarte estate in the Colli Orientali del Friuli, in the municipality of Prepotto, on 24 hectares of unique hillside vineyards at approximately 150/200 meters above sea level, with an eastern and southeastern exposure, the soils of Eocene origin locally known as “Ponca” consist of layers of marl and sandstone.

WINEMAKING

The harvest is carried out by hand with cluster selection, followed by a soft pressing of the grapes and a 15-day maceration on the skins. Fermentation takes place at temperatures between 25 and 28 degrees Celsius with frequent pump-overs. It then matures for 30 months in French oak barriques and tonneaux, followed by further refinement in the bottle for at least 60 months before being commercialized.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS

Ruby and lively even after several years, alluring and juicy with red fruits, dynamic, fresh, and always rich in tannins, a full-bodied wine with a very persistent taste. Enjoyable immediately or to keep as a wine for contemplation on special occasions. A wine with a very long life.

SERVING TEMPERATURE

Serve at 18°C in a wide glass.

PAIRING

Cured meats, first course, red meat, cheese.