Rivarossa Schiopetto

Venezia Giulia IGT • Friuli Venezia Giulia • Schiopetto
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Schiopetto
Denomination
Venezia Giulia IGT
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Fermentation in wooden vats at 25 degrees for about 15 days
Aging
14 months in oak wood, 225 and 500 liters
Grape varieties
Merlot 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Produced in Friuli Venezia Giulia, this wine reflects a genuine sense of place. Its 14.5% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Merlot 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards guyot vines and spurred cordon on marls of Eocene origin. Vinification: fermentation in wooden vats at 25 degrees for about 15 days. The wine is aged 14 months in oak wood, 225 and 500 liters. A wine capturing the crisp, mineral-driven style of Friuli whites.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs

About Friuli Venezia Giulia Wine Region

Friuli producers are known for meticulous, terroir-driven winemaking, especially with native white varieties.

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