Other Zones in Friuli Colli Orientali DOC(G)
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Wine: Red wine
Taste: Semi dry
Volume: Strong
Min. alcohol: 12%
Mandatory Storage: Min. 1 years
Storage potential: 5 years
The grape composition of the Friuli Colli Orientali Cialla Rosso DOC consists of the dominant red grape of the Cialla zone, namely Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso and/or Schioppettino.
The wine has a ruby red color, often with garnet hints. The scent is distinctive and vinous, while the taste is mellow and dry.
Friuli Colli Orientali Cialla Rosso DOC is released on the market after April 1st of the year following the harvest.
Enjoyed with grilled meat.
A barrel-aged Friuli Colli Orientali Cialla Rosso Riserva DOC is also available, with no less than 4 years of aging beginning with January 1st of the year following the harvest. The minimum alcohol content is 12% for both the barrel-aged and the non barrel-aged type.
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That Italy in 2011 was the worlds largest wine producer?
Friuli-Venezia Giulia is the smallest of the so-called “Tre Venezie”, which includes the regions Trentino, Veneto and Friuli. The names ‘Friuli’ and ‘Giulia’ refer to Julius Caesar. ‘Friuli’ derives from the Latin ‘forum julii’, modern city Cividale, and Giulia derives from Julius (Caesar).
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