Schioppettino Igp Bio – Azienda Agricola Visintini 2022

The Schioppettino IGP Bio 2022 from Azienda Agricola Visintini is an organic red wine that exemplifies the unique character of the Schioppettino grape, indigenous to the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region.

 Grape Variety & Vineyard Details

– Grape Variety: 100% Schioppettino (also known as Ribolla Nera)

– Region: Colli Orientali del Friuli, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

– Soil Composition: Marl and clay

– Farming Practices: Certified organic and biodynamic methods

Winemaking Process

– Harvesting: Manual selection of grapes

– Fermentation: Grapes are de-stemmed and crushed, then left to macerate for about 10–15 days in concrete tanks. During this period, pumping over and delestage techniques are employed to enhance oxygenation and extract colour and tannins.

– Aging: The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks for 9 months, followed by additional aging in the bottle before release.

tasting Notes

– Colour: Ruby red with violet reflections

– Aroma: Scents reminiscent of wild blackberry, raspberry, and blueberry. With aging, it evolves into an elegant bouquet of undergrowth, musk, and essence.

– Palate: Full-bodied with good fixed acidity, fresh and citrine

– Alcohol Content: 13.5%