Pignolo - Ronchi Di Cialla 2016

Pignolo di Ronchi di Cialla is a fine and intense expression of one of the rarest and most interesting native vines of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The Ronchi di Cialla winery, a pioneer in the rediscovery and valorization of forgotten native vines, pays particular attention to Pignolo, a vine that produces wines of great structure and complexity, with exceptional aging potential.

Pignolo is known for its ability to profoundly express the unique terroir of Cialla, a small area in the heart of the Colli Orientali del Friuli appellation. The Pignolo vineyards are located on lands characterized by an ideal climate and rich soils which contribute to giving the wine a marked minerality and concentration.

Ronchi di Cialla conducts its viticulture with a constant commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly methods, ensuring that each bottle reflects the high quality and authenticity of the fruit. The vinification of Pignolo is carried out with care and precision, using long macerations and prolonged refinements in wood, to enhance the peculiarities of the vine and obtain a wine of considerable depth.

At sight, Pignolo presents an intense and deep ruby ​​red color, almost impenetrable, which preludes the richness of its bouquet. On the nose, the wine releases complex and layered aromas, with notes of ripe red and black fruits, such as blackberry and plum, enriched with nuances of spices, tobacco and chocolate, as well as an elegant balsamic touch that adds freshness and liveliness.

In the mouth, Pignolo reveals a powerful but balanced structure, supported by ripe and velvety tannins which give the wine a rich and enveloping texture. The acidity is well integrated, helping to maintain a long aromatic persistence and enhancing the intense flavors of ripe fruit and the spicy and toasted notes deriving from the aging in wood.

Pignolo by Ronchi di Cialla is a wine that stands out for its elegance, intensity and longevity, ideal for accompanying rich and structured dishes, such as roasted red meats, game and mature cheeses. With its distinctive character and its ability to evolve wonderfully over time, Pignolo represents a testimony to the oenological excellence of Friuli-Venezia Giulia and of Ronchi di Cialla's commitment to valorising its native vines.