Cabernert Sauvignon "DEFI DE LA TOUR" DOC VILLA RUSSIZ
| Sommelier score | 93/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | VILLA RUSSIZ |
| Denomination | Cabernert Sauvignon "GRAF DE LA TOUR" DOC |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Grapes | 100% Cabernert Sauvignon |
| Alcohol content | 14,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | GO/255 |
| Winery headquarter | VILLA RUSSIZ - Capriva del Friuli (GO) - Via Russiz, 4/6 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Pasta with meat sauce, Cold cuts and salami, Risotto, Meat stewed, Sliced beef, Roast meat, Rabbit, Gnocchi al ragù |
| Region | Friuli Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Cabernet Sauvignon |
This wine praises the denomination DOCG Collio from Friuli Venezia Giulia. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon cultivated in the territories of the property. The 20 years old vineyards are located on soils composed by marl with south exposition. After the manual harvest, the fruits are separated from the stalks. The fermentation-maceration starts and lasts for 20 days. The maturation, managed in little barrels made of french oak, lasts for 30-36 months.n After the bottling, the wine ages for other 10 months.
Features of “Cabernet Sauvignon Defi De La Tour” by Villa Russiz
Intense ruby red colour, nearly purple. Its perfume recalls herbs in its youth, to evolve with the years, becoming more elegant and intense. The intense taste is characterized by spices.
Recommended food pairings while tasting this excellent red wine by Villa Russiz
Perfect with prestigious cuts of red and white meats, even grilled. It is excellent with game and truffle too. You can drink it alone, as a meditation wine. It has to be served at 16°C in a wide wine glass that allows the correct oxygenation.
