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Sauvignon Zuc di Volpe DOC wine — Volpe Pasini winery — Dionysus

Sauvignon Zuc di Volpe DOC

by Volpe Pasini · Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

TypeWhite
GrapesSauvignon blanc
Alcohol13.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at10–12 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Volpe PasiniFriuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes come from the hilltop "Zuc" vineyard in Togliano. Maritime influence, the mountain range and cold air arriving from the Balkans create a microclimate suited to white grape varieties.

Grapes

The grapes are selected for their concentration of flavour and aroma.

Vinification

After harvest, the grapes are chilled with dry ice and pressed pneumatically. Cold maceration precedes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless-steel and glass vessels.

Ageing

The wine rests briefly in stainless-steel tanks.

Tasting profile

The 2011 is balanced and well structured, with a distinctive, deep aroma. The palate is soft, elegant and fruity, in harmony with the nose.

Label / history

The "Zuc di Volpe" range was first released in 1990 and is produced only in selected vintages.