Michele Moschioni

Refosco 2011

This native grape variety grows in vineyards with South-East exposure, at an altitude of 140 m above sea level and clay type of soil. It is harvested manually, in the middle of September, followed by fermentation in stainless steel vats for 18 days with manual pressing, with no additional yeasts. 60% of the Refosco is then aged in new barriques and the remaining 40% in barriques that have been used once, for a duration of 12 months plus an additional 12 months in large oak casks and 6 to 8 months in stainless steel casks for natural racking. The wine is not filtered before bottling and has a longevity of over 12 years.

Grape variety: 100% Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso (a native grape variety) with winged bunch and pyramid-shaped scattered berries, the two wings are evident but gathered, the berries are medium-sized, tending to elliptical shape with a thin dark blue skin.
Density: 5,500 vines per hectare.
Pairing: very versatile wine, can be matched with many dishes but if we really have to recommend a pairing it is excellent with grilled meat, aged cheese, aged cold cuts.
Colour: dark purplish red, clear, brilliant and clean shades, purplish reflexes, compact and thick structure. Excellent cleanness.
Nose: freshness and balance: the two dominant features; excellent bouquet with fragrances of Vignola cherry and dark chocolate.
Palate: fruity, round, soft and full-bodied, with persistent and pleasant hints of cherry and fresh blackberry.

Rosso Celtico 2009

Rosso Celtico is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon and grows in vineyards with South-East exposure, at an altitude of 150 m above sea level and clay and flysch type of soil. It is harvested manually, from mid-September to end of September, followed by fermentation in stainless steel with manual pressing, with no addition of yeasts. 80% of the wine is aged in new barriques and the remaining 20% in barriques that have been used once, for a duration of 12 months plus an additional 12 months in large oak barrels and 6 to 8 months in stainless steel casks for natural racking. The wine is not filtered before bottling, where it further ages for 10 to 12 months before being released. Rosso Celtico has a longevity of over 15 years.

Grape variety: 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Density: 5,200 vines per hectare.
Pairing: braised beef, grilled meat, long-aged cheese, aged/smoked cold cuts.
Colour: dark purple red with purple reflexes.
Nose: fresh and soft blackberry and Vignola cherry, hints of red roses and cyclamen.
Palate: raspberries and currants, concentration and freshness, long blueberry aftertaste.

Rosso Real 2009

Rosso Real is a blend of Tazzelenghe, a native grape variety, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyards have a South-East exposure and are located at an altitude of 180 m above sea level with clay and flysch type of soil. Late manual harvesting takes place from the end of September to the beginning of October. The following fermentation is carried out in wood with manual pressing and no addition of yeasts. 60% of the Rosso Real is then aged in new barriques and the remaining 40% in barriques that have been used once, for a duration of 12 months plus an additional 12 months in large oak barrels and 6 to 8 months in stainless steel. The wine is not filtered before bottling and has a longevity of over 15 years.

Grape variety: 50% Tazzelenghe, 25% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Density: 4,500-6,000 vines per hectare.
Pairing: thanks to its fruitiness it can be paired with a wide variety of dishes.
Colour: dark ruby red.
Nose: fresh, balanced with delicate hints of currant, raspberry and forest berries.
Palate: very fruity, fresh and balanced.

Schioppettino 2009

Schioppettino (also called "Ribolla Nera") is a native grape variety. The vineyard, called "Variant", has a South-East exposure and is located at an altitude of 140 m above sea level with clay and flysch type of soil. Late manual harvesting takes place from the end of September to the beginning or mid October. The subsequent fermentation is carried out in wood with manual pressing and no addition of yeasts. 80% of the Schioppettino is then aged in new barriques and the remaining 20% in barriques that have been used once, for a duration of 12 months plus an additional 12 months in large oak barrels and 6 to 8 months in stainless steel. The wine is not filtered before bottling and has a longevity of over 15/20 years.

Grape variety: 100% Schioppettino
Density: 5,500-6,500 vines per hectare.
Pairing: Game, roasted meat, braised meat, smoked cold cuts, grilled meat, long aged cheese.
Colour: intense ruby red.
Nose: hints of cherries and wild berries, coffee grains.
Palate: great freshness, fruity with floral hints.

Pignolo 2009 - NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Pignolo is a native grape variety. The vineyard has a South-East exposure and is located at an altitude of 180-190 m above sea level with clay and flysch type of soil. Late manual harvesting takes place from the beginning or mid October. The subsequent fermentation is carried out in wood with manual pressing and no addition of yeasts. The Pignolo is then aged in new barriques for a duration of 12 months plus an additional 12 months in large oak casks and 6 to 8 months in stainless steel for natural racking. The wine is not filtered before bottling and has a longevity of over 18/20 years.

Grape variety: 100% Pignolo
Density: 6,000-6,500 vines per hectare.
Pairing: Game, roasted meat, braised meat, smoked cold cuts, grilled meat, long aged cheese.
Colour: intense dark red.
Nose: floral and fruity.
Palate: elegant, clean, balanced, fresh with persistent taste of cherry and ripe plum.