Cabernet Sauvignon DOC Friuli – Zorzettig

Production Area
Friuli Venezia Giulia

Terroir
Clay and hilly, soil made up of marl and sandstone

Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon  100%

Vinification

Grapes are picked by hand at the end of  August followed by maceration of crushed grapes at a temperature of 8% for 18 hours followed by soft pressing. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16°C, followed by racking and an evolution period on the lees until bottling.

Aging

Maturation in stainless steel tanks

Colour:

Ruby red with purple reflections

Bouquet:

Spicy nose with hints of raspberry, blueberry and flint

Taste:

Soft and harmonious accentuating red fruit and blueberry with a spicy note finish

Food pairing:

Excellent accompaniment with red meats and aged cheeses

Alcohol:  13% Vol.

Serving Temperature:

18 °C.

Aging Potential:

up to 5 years