Refosco 2005
barrique and large casks, 96 months ageing
- Variety
- 100 % refosco
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Harvest
- By hand, early October
- Maceration
- 4 months
- Ageing
- In 225 litre Slavonian oak barriques, then in large oak casks
- Origin
- Primorska, Slovenian Istria
- Vineyard site
- Marezige
- Soil
- Flysch and marl soils
- Serving temperature
- 18 to 20 °C
Winemaking. Perfectly ripe grapes macerate for 4 months. The wine remains through malolactic fermentation in 225 litre Slavonian oak barriques, where it ages for 48 months, then moves to large oak casks for a further 48 months.
Colour. Deep ruby turning brick, with perceptible brown tones.
Nose. Ripe fruit recalling jam, sour cherry, sherry, leather, prunes and Mediterranean spices, with a touch of wood.
Palate. Rich and broad. Fine acidity keeps this substantial wine lively and fruity, while a good tannic structure and extract give a very long finish.
A fine match for steaks, grilled meats, truffle dishes and game.
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