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Friuli Colli Orientali Rosso DOC can be produced from any red grape from the zone, and certain combinations can be quite impressive. The grape composition may consist of Cabernet Franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pignolo, Pinot Nero, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, Schioppettino and/or Tazzalenghe.
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The special name of this wine alludes to its former quite striking sharpness, coming from the tannins. It was said that the wine “cut the tongue” (tazzalingua: tongue-cutter. Read more about the grape in the grape section).
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Way back in the 6th or 7th century BC, the Greeks planted the grape known today as Aglianico del Vulture, and ever since Basilicata has been on the wine list. The Romans called the region Lucania, named used alternatively today, but the modern name was introduced later, during the times...
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