Description
What kind of wine it is
Venica presents this still red, a pure expression of Schioppettino. In the glass, it displays a deep ruby colour with violet highlights. The bouquet blends small red and black fruits, such as wild blackberry and blueberry, with complex spicy notes of black pepper, cocoa, tobacco and vanilla. On the palate, it reveals a full and rounded body, supported by a structure of perfectly integrated velvety tannins and a lively fresh-savoury streak. The finish is long and persistent, offering elegant herbal and green pepper nuances.
Where it comes from
This wine expresses the winemaking identity of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, originating from the renowned area of the Colli Orientali del Friuli. Its provenance enhances the typical character of Schioppettino, ensuring perfect structural balance and a distinctive aromatic profile. Thanks to its enveloping softness, it pairs harmoniously with rich dishes. It finds its ideal match with roast red meats, game and pork. It complements robust preparations such as chamois stew and enhances medium-aged cheeses.
How it is produced
Venica cultivates the grapes following a strict organic and sustainable production approach, paying meticulous attention to vineyard management. This care allows the wine to evolve elegantly over time, ensuring an estimated longevity of between ten and fifteen years. To fully appreciate its complex spicy structure, decanting for about an hour is recommended. The wine expresses its best qualities when tasted at a serving temperature between 16 and 18 degrees Celsius.
History and Curiosities
Venica Schioppettino 2020 tells the profound soul of the DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli. Made from pure grapes grown according to organic and sustainable production methods, this captivating still red wine encapsulates the history of its region. In the glass, it reveals an intense ruby colour with violet reflections, which will evolve with ageing. Thanks to an extraordinary longevity of 10-15 years, its aromatic nuances mature over time, promising a refined and ever-evolving tasting experience.
Awards
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1930
- Oenologist: Gianni Venica, Francesco La Coppola
- Bottles produced: 350.000
- Hectares: 40
| Name | Venica Schioppettino 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Schioppettino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Vendor | Venica |
| Story | History and Curiosities Venica Schioppettino 2020 tells the profound soul of the DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli. Made from pure grapes grown according to organic and sustainable production methods, this captivating still red wine encapsulates the history of its region. In the glass, it reveals an intense ruby colour with violet reflections, which will evolve with ageing. Thanks to an extraordinary longevity of 10 5 years, its aromatic nuances mature over time, promising a refined and ever-evolving tasting experience. |
| Origin | Colli Orientali del Friuli, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy |
| Total acidity | 5.1 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |

