Sauvignon – Forchir – 2023

Sauvignon Wine from the Forchir Winery

The Sauvignon wine by Forchir winery comes from 100% Sauvignon grapes grown in the vineyards of the Forchir winery, located in the DOC Friuli area, which is well-suited for Friulian wine production.

Sauvignon is one of the most renowned grape varieties in the world, and it thrives in Friuli’s unique environment. The region’s stony soil enhances temperature variation, resulting in grapes rich in aromas and yielding fragrant, elegant wines.

THE WINEMAKING

The Forchir winery conducts the grape harvest at night, allowing the grapes to arrive at the cellar during the coolest hours of the day. This practice ensures that the grapes can be processed at low temperatures, which is crucial for preserving their aromatic profile.

The harvest occurs in August. After careful selection, the grapes go to the cellar, where the winemaking process begins with a gentle pressing. The must then ferments in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 12°C. The wine ages in these tanks for a varying period, depending on the vintage. Once ready, the wine is blended and bottled and rests for a few months in the cellar.

Tasting the wine by Forchir

Straw-yellow with light greenish reflections. The aroma offers an aromatic bouquet featuring fruity notes of green apple and pear, complemented by hints of pineapple and melon. Additional aromas include tomato leaf and sage, finishing with subtle notes of elderberry; it is fresh and mineral on the palate, with a long and pleasantly persistent finish.

FOOD PAIRINGS

An excellent choice as an aperitif, this Sauvignon from Forchir pairs beautifully with fish, white meats, and vegetables. It is particularly delightful when served alongside a simple pasta with pesto.

THE WINERY

Forchir history began as a farm in Palmanova, the famous star-shaped city known as one of the symbols of Friuli. Over the years, the company specialized in viticulture and wine production, becoming one of the first in Friuli to sell bottled wine… keep reading