THE WINE

This red is a blend of 50% merlot 25% cabernet franc and 25% cabernet sauvignon; a beautiful expression of the Farra d’Isonzo (near Gorizia) area. The Colmello di Grotta winery owns ​​over 21 hectares  of land and its vineyards are divided into two areas DOP COLLIO AND ISONZO, which , despite their proximity, have different characteristics. A reality with a dual personality, infact the winery produces hand and powerful  wines thanks to the marly soil of the Collio and softer and more fascinating wines thanks to the calcareous-gravelly soil of the Isonzo.

THE WINEMAKING

The grape harvest is strictly manual and takes place in the first 10 days of October. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are left to dry in small boxes for about a month before winemaking. After fermentation and skin maceration which last about 18/20 days in steel tanks, the wine then ages in microporous ceramic amphorae.

THE TASTING

Ruby red with light garnet reflections. The aroma is intense, fine and elegant with a slight spiciness. The fruity notes are present and soft thanks to the long aging in oak barrels. Full-bodied and harmonious on the palate, silky tannins are immediately perceived. The finish is long and persistent.

FOOD PAIRINGS

It goes well with red meats, hard cheeses and game. Try it with game dishes.

THE AWARDS

2016
– 91/100  (5 starsWines – the book 2019) dal Vinitaly International Wine Guide

2013
– Silver medal: Berlin international wine competition

THE WINERY

Today we are visiting the Colmello di Grotta winery in Farra d’Isonzo, in the province of Gorizia; we are in Friuli Venezia Giulia, not far from the border with Slovenia. The winery covers an area of about 21 hectares, 15 of which are vineyards, the rest is woods.

The winery was founded in 1965 by Luciana Bennati who, in love with wine and her land, decides to give voice to her passion, quickly bringing Colmello di Grotta known in the international markets… go to the winery page