Castelvecchio Cabernet Franc 2021
Recognised as the signature wine of this producer and that which best translates the unique ferrous limestone terroir of the Karst/Carso zone. Varietally speaking, Cabernet Franc and the other so-called “international” varietals have a long history in Friuli, where they were introduced in the 18th century while part of the Austro-Hungarian empire. The wine undergoes alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, before spending 1 year in small barriques of French and Californian oak and a further year of ageing in large format Slavonian and French botti. Dark ruby hue with notes of violets and cassis. On the palate it is elegant with a long and spicy finish. Extremely drinkable when young, it has serious cellaring potential.
Producer:
Castelvecchio
Region:
Friuli
Grapes:
Cabernet Franc 100%
Style:
Red
Soil:
Red sand with ferrous limestone
Farming:
Biodynamic / Certified organic