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Valentino Butussi Cabernet Sauvignon DOC wine — Valentino Butussi winery — Dionysus
Red

Valentino Butussi Cabernet Sauvignon DOC

by Valentino Butussi · Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesCabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol13.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Valentino ButussiFriuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The estate has approximately 15 ha of land in Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Cabernet Sauvignon has adapted well to the area’s soils. The vines tolerate temperature changes and frost, while the grapes’ thick, tough skins help protect them from grey rot.

Vinification

Ripe bunches are carefully harvested with specialised equipment and gently pressed. Vinification takes place in stainless-steel tanks.

Ageing

After bottling, the wine rests for 2–4 months. Its tannic structure allows it to develop further with age.

Tasting profile

Elegant and concentrated on the palate, with a refined texture, complex aromas and high tannins.

Label / history

The family estate was founded by winemaker Valentino Butussi, who devoted his knowledge and passion to the winery from 1910 onward. His son, Angelo Butussi, and four grandchildren continued the family business and its inherited winemaking traditions. In 2012, the estate received the “Gold Medal for Best Company” at the regional wine competition in Bertiolo.