BRAIDA SANTA CECILIA REFOSCO
Classification: D.O.C. Friuli Grave
Grape Variety: Pure Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso grapes (indigenous of Friuli region)
Provenance: Cantina San Martino Vineyards, San Martino al Tagliamento
Soil: Gravely of alluvial foothill origin, typical of the land named "Grave del Friuli".
Training System: Guyot
Total acidity: 6.5 g/l
Reducing sugars: 1.5 g/l
Total alcohol: 12,50% vol.
Clean dry extract: 31.5 g/l
Harvesting period: Second week of October.
Vinification: the juice is left on the skins during the fermentation which is done under controlled temperature to favour the extraction of colors, of tannis and the growth and the preservation of the original aromas.
Pairs with: red meats, poultry, stews; well suited for typical Italian dishes.
Serving temperature: 18 C; 62 F.
Grape Variety: Pure Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso grapes (indigenous of Friuli region)
Provenance: Cantina San Martino Vineyards, San Martino al Tagliamento
Soil: Gravely of alluvial foothill origin, typical of the land named "Grave del Friuli".
Training System: Guyot
Total acidity: 6.5 g/l
Reducing sugars: 1.5 g/l
Total alcohol: 12,50% vol.
Clean dry extract: 31.5 g/l
Harvesting period: Second week of October.
Vinification: the juice is left on the skins during the fermentation which is done under controlled temperature to favour the extraction of colors, of tannis and the growth and the preservation of the original aromas.
Pairs with: red meats, poultry, stews; well suited for typical Italian dishes.
Serving temperature: 18 C; 62 F.
Garnet red with shades of violet, intense, pleasant aroma with scents of berry and herbs. Tannic, full bodied and persistent on the palate. When young, it is fragrant with a slight herbal touch. It may be aged for two or four years, specially in good vintages.