Sottocastello Rosso

Vintage 2015
by Vigna Traverso
Varietal Merlot
Color red
Region Friuli-Venezia-Giulia,Friuli-Venezia Giulia,dop Friuli / Friuli Venezia Giulia / Furlanija / Furlanija Julijska krajina,dop Friuli / Friuli Venezia Giulia
Country Italy
Medal Score
7.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherryripe plumdried herbsdark chocolatesubtle earthiness
Palate

Medium-full bodied with soft, well-integrated tannins, lively acidity typical of Friulian Merlot, and a velvety, round texture that reflects the wine's age and maturity.

Finish

The finish is long and warming, lingering with notes of mocha, dried fruit, and a hint of spice that persists pleasantly.

Food Pairings
  • • braised beef short ribs
  • • wild mushroom risotto
  • • aged Montasio cheese
  • • duck confit with cherry reduction
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2026

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2022
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2021
Bronze International Wine Challenge 2022

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