Region: Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Zone: Friuli Colli Orientali DOC(G)

Wine:

Friuli Colli Orientali Schioppettino di Prepotto Riserva DOC

Facts about this wine

Wine: Red wine
Taste: Dry
Volume: Strong
Min. alcohol: 12%
Mandatory Storage: Min. 4 years
Storage potential: 6 years

This red wine has the same grape composition as the non barrel-aged Friuli Colli Orientali Schioppettino di Prepotto DOC, which is, at the same time, a subzone under the Friuli Colli Orientali DOC main zone. The production is centered around the municipality of Prepotto and in parts of the neighboring Cialla DOC subzone.

The wine is made from Schioppettino grapes (85-100%) with the permitted addition of local, red grapes (0-15%). The grapes must be handpicked.

The barrel-aged Friuli Colli Orientali Schioppettino di Prepotto Riserva DOC has a period of aging of no less than 1 year in casks. Released on the market after September 1^st of the 4^th year after the harvest.

The result is a ruby red wine, with violet hints. The scent is typical and elegant, with notes of spices and berries, while the taste is velvety, full-bodied and dry with hints of green pepper.

Enjoyed with heavy dishes.

Great dishes to have with Friuli Colli Orientali Schioppettino di Prepotto Riserva DOC

Red meat

Roast

Venison

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