Masut da Rive – Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso DOC

Producer: Masut da Rive
Wine: Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso DOC
Grape Variety: 100% Refosco
Production Zone: Isonzo, Mariano del Friuli
Altitude: 250 feet above sea level
Surface Area/Yield: 1.2 acres/ 2 tons per acre
Exposure: Southeast
Soil: Chalky with gravel and clay.
Vinification & Aging: The wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks and macerated for another 15 days under temperature controls. During this time, the tanks were pumped over twice a day. The wine then went through malolactic fermentation. The wine aged 6 months in into French oak barriques and an additional 6 months bottle aging prior to release.
Production: 100 cases
Alcohol: 12.5%
Description: Intense ruby red in color. The bouquet is spicy with undertones of berries and spice.
Food Pairing: Red meat and game meat.
Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso DOC