Villa Giustinian - Castello di Roncade

Bordeaux grapes and technique from the fine lands around Venice, Italy.

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc.

Refinement in French oak barriques and tonneaux of first and second passage for 18 to 24 months, assembled in 18 hl barrels. Further ageing in the bottle for a few months

Color is ruby red tending to garnet. Perfume is intense, ethereal, slightly oaky, it offers ripe fruit complemented by hints of spice. Tertiary aromas of vanilla, pipe tobacco, liquorice, cocoa, leather.

On the palate it is Dry, savoury, warm, rich in tannins that have been softened by ageing in barriques and tonneaux; remarkably persistent with a plum and cherry aftertaste

Pairs particularly well with important red meat dishes and roasts.

Becomes a meditation wine with ageing.

Veneto (Italy)