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Cabernet Franc Friuli Colli Orientali DOC

by Specogna · Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesCabernet Franc
VineyardVineyards in Friuli Colli Orientali, on hilly and lowland sites
SpecognaFriuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Cabernet Franc vineyard lies within Friuli Colli Orientali and includes hilly and lowland sites at 120 m above sea level. The soils contain marl, sandstone and clay. Planted in 1995, the vines are trained to Guyot at a density of approximately 5,000 plants per hectare.

Grapes

Cabernet Franc.

Tasting profile

Ruby red with violet hues. When young, the aroma and flavour show Cabernet Franc's characteristic herbaceous character; bottle age brings greater development and spicy notes. The palate is tannic, full-bodied and harmonious.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 12–14 °C. Pair with venison and other game, roasts, red meat or white meat.