Sagrado Rosso – Castelvecchio
Primary characteristics
Denomination
Sagrado Rosso Castelvecchio – IGT Venezia Giulia
Production area
Castelvecchio is a part of the Karst (Carso) area in the province of Gorizia (Sagrado city). The landscape is typical of the Karst region: arid and rocky soil with a reduced stratum of red sand, but rich in iron and lime-stone. The area is constantly ventilated and influenced by the near sea.
Grapes
Sagrado is a red wine resulting from the blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, 40% Cabernet Franc grapes, 10% Terrano grapes.
Harvesting and vinification
Sagrado Rosso is produced only in the best vintage years. The first production was made in 1995. After 3 years maturation in barriques and tonneaux, an accurate selection of the best wine barrels is made to produce the cuvèe, with variable percentages, from year to year.
Sensorial features
Color Color Red wine rich in texture and personality. Smell Sagrado Rosso is round and velvety, with a long finish of lovely spicy notes. Taste Peppery, warm and smooth. A great wine for demanding and knowledgeable palates
Goes well with
We suggest offering Sagrado Rosso in all important occasions and serving it at 18-20°C in large crystal balloons glasses.
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