Livio Felluga Sauvignon Friuli Colli Orientali 2021 cl 75

The vine, of French origin, was introduced in Friuli during the Habsburg domination and was disclosed in the early 1900s.
Fresh and captivating wine, with unmistakable and multiple aromas in which notes of exotic fruit, yellow pepper, tomato leaves, mint, lantana and boxwood are highlighted. It is a wine of the Friulian tradition.

DATA SHEET
Grape variety: Sauvignon

Denomination: Friuli Colli Orientali

Designation: D.O.C.

Type of terrain: Flysch of marl and sandstone of Eocene origin

Grape variety: Sauvignon

Training system: Guyot

Defense methods: Integrated pest control with controlled environmental impact

Harvest period: First ten days of September.

Method of collection: Manual

Vinification: The grapes are delicately de-stemmed and left to macerate for a short period. It is then softly pressed and the must obtained is clarified by decanting. The must then ferments at a controlled temperature in stainless steel containers.

Aging: At the end of fermentation the wine is kept on the lees in stainless steel containers for six months. The bottled wine is normally stored in thermo-conditioned rooms for at least two months.

Sensory notes:
Color: straw yellow with slight green reflections; full, bright and fresh

Bouquet: intense, typical, elegant and articulated. The richness of aromas highlights the fruit with black currant, passion fruit, white melon; flowers with lantana, elder flowers, orange blossom; spices with chilli and ginger; and freshness with lemon grass, oregano, marjoram and mint leaves. The varietal notes of boxwood and tomato leaf are combined with slight citrus hints of lime and grapefruit.

Taste: full, fresh, rich and balanced. The complexity of the aromas finds excellent correspondence on the palate. Hints of lime and sage blend with an explosion of tropical fruit and ripe fruit. Great freshness, pleasant flavor and balanced acidity. Long and progressive with mineral hints in the finish, the persistence is remarkable.

Pairings: Excellent as an aperitif, it goes very well with asparagus, vegetable soups, legume soups and marinated fish.

Serving temperature: 12 – 14 ° C