Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso La Tunella 2024
The Refosco from La Tunella is a red wine of good structure with a fruity aromatic profile, aged for 4 months in oak barrels. Hints of undergrowth, berries, and sweet spices invite a full and dry sip that is expressive, with a delicate and elegant bitter finish.
The Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso from the La Tunella winery is a intense and well-structured wine, produced from the eponymous red grape variety, cultivated for centuries in Friuli and particularly in the area of the Colli Orientali del Friuli. It is a label of great territorial recognizability, which well expresses the varietal face of the grape and the character of the soils rich in minerals, made up of flysch or ponca. The short aging in wood helps to soften the youthful roughness of the Refosco while preserving its rich fruity notes, its typical shady character of underbrush, and its spicy nuances.
The Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso wine is the wine that best represents the tradition of Friulian reds. It is produced by a winery that owns about seventy hectares of vineyards, divided into many plots, mainly located in the hilly area of Premariacco, in the region of Colli Orientali. The area is sheltered to the north by the Julian Alps and enjoys a cool and breezy climate, which allows for slow and optimal ripening of the grapes.optimal for the grapes. The vineyards are cultivated on highly prized soils, consisting of Eocene marl, sandstone, and limestone, originating from ancient seabeds. The constant commitment in the rows to obtain high-quality grapes is followed by vinifications conducted with extreme care, with the aim of not altering the wine's aromatic profile, limiting invasive oenological interventions.
The Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso from the Friulian winery La Tunella is a label perfect for discovering the authentic face of this ancient Friulian variety, which has rightly carved out a space in the hearts of the most curious enthusiasts. The wine presents a dark ruby red color with youthful violet reflections. On the nose, it releases intense aromas of cherry, small dark berries, hints of humus and undergrowth, and decisive notes of oriental spices. On the palate, it has a good structure, with dense and incisive tannins, rich and dense fruity aromas. The finish is long and persistent, closing on refreshing, pleasantly spicy sensations. Its strong personality makes it perfectas a table companion to accompany main courses of flavorful red meats, roasted or stewed game. A bottle dedicated to all true wine enthusiasts, curious to discover and taste grape varieties that come from afar and can tell the story of a territory better than any words.