Refosco Peduncolo Rosso DOC - Paladin 2024

Paladin's Refosco Peduncolo Rosso DOC is a wine that embodies the essence of the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, renowned for its ability to produce red wines of great character and individuality. This wine is made exclusively from Refosco grapes, a native variety of Friuli, distinguished by its red stalk, from which the name is derived.

The Refosco Peduncolo Rosso DOC has an intense and lively ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a complex and intriguing bouquet, notable for its notes of ripe red fruits like blackberry and raspberry, followed by hints of violet and sweet spices, including vanilla, achieved through a slight passage in wood.

On the palate, the wine is robust and balanced. The palate is enveloped by a well-integrated and soft tannic structure, which harmoniously blends with a lively acidity, giving the wine a pleasant and persistent freshness. The fruity notes mix with earthy accents and a slightly herbaceous touch, typical of Refosco, culminating in a long and satisfying finish.

This wine is ideal to be served with dishes from traditional Italian cuisine, especially those based on red meats and game. It is also excellent with aged cheeses and dishes rich in intense flavors.

The currently available vintage has reached an excellent level of maturity that allows one to fully appreciate the quality and peculiarities of this wine. Paladin's Refosco Peduncolo Rosso DOC is thus an excellent choice for those seeking a wine that expresses the typicality and authenticity of its region, with a strong identity and distinctive character.