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Friuli Colli Orientali DOC - Ronco della Torre - Torre Rosazza 2021
Torre RosazzaMerlot 85%, Pignolo 15% Friuli Colli Orientali DOC 75 cl 2021
$23.36−14%($31.15/ℓ)
Recommended price: $27.14
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Technical information
- Producer
- Torre Rosazza
- Name
- Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
- Variety
- Merlot 85%, Pignolo 15%
- Vintage
- 2021
- Gradation
- 14.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Fresh, fruity, floral
- Vinification method
- Fermentation in steel at controlled temperature
- Aging
- Aging in French oak barrique for 24 months, followed by 6 months in bottle
- Type of cask
- French oak barrique
- Color
- White
- Serving temperature
- 10-12°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 5 years
- Pairing
- Appetizers, fish, light dishes
- Region
- Friuli Venezia Giulia
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Colli Orientali del Friuli
- Type
- White wine
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The Friuli Colli Orientali DOC di Ronco della Torre, produced at the homonymous Torre Rosazza farm, is an extraordinary expression of the local grape variety, often Friulano or Merlot, cultivated on mixed soils rich in minerals, in the charming Friulian hilly context. This wine stands out for its balance between freshness and structure, the result of careful vinification and a calibrated aging in steel or, in some cases, in large barrels that enhance the original aromas.
In the glass, a complex bouquet emerges, with floral and fruity notes of cherry and plum, combined with slightly spicy and earthy hints that recall the territory, offering a pleasant gustatory persistence. On the palate, it is soft yet vibrant, with elegant tannins that support its drinkability. Ideal paired with game dishes, roasted meats, and aged cheeses, it embodies the tradition and quality of the Colli Orientali del Friuli.
In the glass, a complex bouquet emerges, with floral and fruity notes of cherry and plum, combined with slightly spicy and earthy hints that recall the territory, offering a pleasant gustatory persistence. On the palate, it is soft yet vibrant, with elegant tannins that support its drinkability. Ideal paired with game dishes, roasted meats, and aged cheeses, it embodies the tradition and quality of the Colli Orientali del Friuli.
The winery
Torre Rosazza
Friuli-Venezia GiuliaItaly
A Colli Orientali del Friuli winery with production focused on native grape varieties (including Ribolla Gialla and Picolit) and red wine lines such as Altromerlot.
- Grape varieties
- Ribolla Gialla, Tocai Friulano, Verduzzo Friulano, Picolit, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay, Pignolo, Schioppettino, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, Merlot, Pinot Nero, Cabernet Sauvignon
- 100-hectare estate with extensive vineyard plantings.
- A reference point for Ribolla Gialla and Picolit in the Colli Orientali del Friuli.
- Altromerlot: the winery's historic label, frequently cited and awarded.
- Headquarters and winery at the estate's historic villa, open for visits and tastings.
The story
The Torre Rosazza estate has historical roots tied to local noble families and to the agricultural development of the Colli di Rosazzo. Over the centuries the property changed hands and experienced the impact of major historical events, eventually becoming a modern winery that highlights the architectural heritage and the local winemaking tradition.
Production philosophy
The production approach combines careful manual work in the vineyards with attention to typicity: enhancing the area's native white and red grape varieties, using modern winemaking techniques where appropriate, and a strong commitment to preserving the terroir's characteristics. The estate states that it favors meticulous vineyard work and cellar practices aimed at highlighting the wines' elegance and freshness.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate is located on the Colli di Rosazzo, in the Colli Orientali del Friuli area. The estate complex is historically linked to the area of the Abbazia di Rosazzo and is set in a hilly landscape well suited to viticulture within the DOC Friuli Colli Orientali.
Awards and recognition
Some of the winery's wines, particularly the Altromerlot, have received mentions and awards in wine guides and competitions; the winery cites prizes and inclusions in guides for certain vintages.