Merk: I Clivi

Verduzzo de I Clivi is a dry white wine with pleasant aromatic nuances of candied fruit, honey and balsamic herbs. The nose is enveloping, complex and delicate. The sip is fresh, lean, light and very harmonious, smooth and very drinkable. Wine made as it once was with artisanal methods.

FEATURES
Name
Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC
Vines
Verduzzo 100%
Region
Friuli Venezia Giulia (Italy)
Gradation
13.0%
Format
75 cl. Bottle
Vineyards
Old vines of about 70 years facing south-east on the hills of Gramogliano, along the Slovenian border
Vinification
Soft pressing of whole bunches, without de-stemming, static decanting and spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel
Refinement
6-8 months on the lees on the fine lees
Production philosophy
Artisanal, Indigenous yeasts, Independent Winegrowers
AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Vitae AIS
2017
TO ENJOY IT AT THE BEST
Service temp
8 ° -10 ° C
When to open
To better appreciate an artisanal wine, we advise you to let it 'breathe' at least 15-30 minutes before tasting it
Glass
Medium opening glass
Medium opening glass
Ideal for light and medium-bodied white wines, which do not require oxygenation to open. The opening slightly narrower than the body of the glass favors the concentration of aromas towards the nose, enhancing the perception of aromas and limiting their dispersion

When to drink

Evolves
Perfect wine to drink immediately, but can evolve well if kept in the cellar

You can easily leave it in the cellar for 3-4 years

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRY VERDUZZO I CLIVI
The Verduzzo Secco de I Clivi is one of the four interpretations by Ferdinando Zanusso and his son Marco of native Friuli vines: Ribolla Gialla, Friulano, Malvasia and, in fact, Verduzzo. Through years of experimentation, father and son have managed to find a production philosophy capable of satisfying high quality standards, reflecting the character of the vines and the territory. The Verduzzo Friulano is a native grape of the region, capable of expressing itself at excellent levels especially when it is located in hilly areas.

The care and attention of I Clivi begins with the harvest of the best Verduzzo grapes, which is done manually, on vineyards over 70 years of age. The grapes that are not de-stemmed are pressed entirely to obtain a fresh and clear juice: the must. Subsequently, inside steel tanks, it is expected that the indigenous yeasts start fermentation and that the coarser lees decant, and then be eliminated. On the contrary, the finer lees are kept in suspension in the wine for six to eight months, in order to maintain the real character of the grape.

Verduzzo Secco de I Clivi, with a golden yellow mantle, has an extraordinary aromatic complexity, due to the ability of Ferdinando and Marco to be able to best interpret the qualities of this Friulian grape. On the nose the bouquet is studded with full and intense aromas such as honey and candied citron that blend with hints of sage and licorice. With an intense and soft sip, it leaves the mouth with a salty finish. Perfect wine when paired with any fish dish, such as spaghetti with seafood, able to withstand the aromatic majesty of this sincere interpretation of Verduzzo.

Golden yellow color
Scent Complex and delicate, with notes of candied fruit, honey, caramel, balsamic and aromatic herbs
Taste Dry, dry, lean and drinkable, with good freshness, with pleasant fruity aromatic returns