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Livio FellugaSauvignon
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DESCRIPTION
A variety originally from France, Sauvignon was introduced into Friuli under the Hapsburgs and became widely planted in the early 20th century. The wine is refreshing, with a generously wide, distinctive range of aromas, with bell pepper, tomato leaf, mint and box hedge notes.
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| WINE PROFILE |
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| Variety: |
Sauvignon |
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| Denomination: |
Colli Orientali del Friuli |
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| Designated zone: |
D.O.C. |
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| Area of production: |
Rosazzo |
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| Soil type: |
Marl and sandstone flysch of Eocene origin |
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| Grape: |
100% Sauvignon |
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| Vine training system: |
Guyot |
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| Pest control: |
Low environmental impact integrated pest management |
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| Harvest period: |
First ten days of September |
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| Harvest method: |
Manual |
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| Vinification: |
The bunches were carefully destemmed and left to macerate for a short period. Next, the fruit was soft crushed. The must obtained was then allowed to settle. The now-clarified must fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks, where it matured for about six months. |
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| Ageing: |
After fermentation, the wine was left on the lees in the stainless steel containers for six months.
Bottling took place in March 2004. The bottled wine was aged in temperature-controlled binning cellars for a minimum of two months. |
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| Sensory
characteristics: |
Appearance: straw yellow with light greenish highlights;
Nose: varietal, complex, with notes of yellow pepper, tomato leaf and hints of asparagus and pennyroyal;
Palate: structured, intense, with good balance of acidity; soft and harmonious; complex, marked varietal sensations.
The after-aroma is very persistent, with notes of tropical fruit.
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| Serving suggestions: |
Excellent as an aperitif, Sauvignon is also an outstanding partner for asparagus, vegetable soups, creamed pulses and marinated fish. |
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| Serving temperature: |
12 - 14 °C |
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