NoseIntense nose with vinous notes and touches of wildblackberries. black-cherryblackberryblackcurrantjam
FlavorConcentrated flavors, spicy and savory, with developed tanninsand a hint of pleasant bitterness.
Friuli Venezia Giulia At a Glance
Region NameFriuli Venezia Giulia
In Friuli Venezia Giulia, most of the best vineyards are located in the southeastern part of the region facing Alpine foothills’ slopes. Here the vines benefit from direct sunlight and a complex climatic intersection of the warm Mediterranean influence of the Adriatic Sea coupled with the cooling breezes from the Julian Alps.
Score: 92Vintage 2021James SucklingA fruity wine full of fresh flower notes. Aromas of violets and roses soaked in red cherries and red currants, enhanced by a peppery touch. Light- to medium-bodied with crisp acidity, lively and crunchy on the palate, with ripe tannins and a good finish. Very nice, precise and ready to drink.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2019James SucklingFresh and easy with cherry, light lemon and hints of stones. Light-bodied, bright and fresh at the finish. Serve slightly chilled. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 86Vintage 2019Vinous MediaThe 2019 Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso is withdrawn and nuanced, showing hints of dried cherries and blackberries. It’s soft and pliant with dark fruits and brisk acids that balance, yet I find myself craving more depth. Purple-tinged inner florals and hints of licorice linger, as this tapers off with medium length and lightly structured.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 92Vintage 2018James SucklingFresh and lively with crushed blackberry, orange peel and some lemon. It’s medium-bodied and tight with a firm, fine-tannin underlay. Drink or hold.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 88Vintage 2010Wine EnthusiastThis spicy wine pops with aromas of mixed peppercorn, macerated cherries and tobacco on the nose. A broad mix of herbs and concentrated black fruits drive the palate, while notes of white pepper and tobacco provide contrast, finishing with firm tannins. Drink 2025–2035Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
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