VINA LAGUNA Terra Rossa Limited Edition 13.0% Alc/Vol
DRY RED WINE, TOP QUALITY WINE OF CONTROLLED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION, PDO CROATIAN ISTRIA, WESTERN ISTRIA VINEYARDS
Terra Rossa Limited Edition
VINEYARD: Kaligarići, Lokvadić, Bašarinka and Kršete positions, planted 2004-2009, altitude of 30-100 metres above the sea level, hilly terrain of S-SW and W exposure. The soil is typical Istrian red soil, shallow and rocky. Selected positions give red varieties a distinctive Mediterranean red soil (terra rossa) warmth, containing fruitiness, freshness and moderate strength, characteristic of Istrian red wines.
VARIETY: Teran, Borgonja, Merlot
VINIFICATION: Fermentation with shorter maceration in stainless steel vinifiers at controlled temperature, complete malolactic fermentation on fine yeast precipitate, bottled after 8 months of ripening in stainless steel, aged in a bottle for a month after bottling.
RIPENING POTENTIAL: Enjoy immediately or store for up to 3 years
WINE DESCRIPTION: Dark ruby-red colour, blueberry, blackberry, and floral aromas, exceptionally fruity, soft, fresh, of pleasant durability and sweet tannins. Bocce is one of the most popular games in Istria. Country roads, flat yards or open urban spaces... every place has been a good excuse for socializing, laughing and having fun since ancient times. Terra Rossa wine, a blend of floral borgonja 10%, fruity merlot 20% and crisp teran 70% has the same effect. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this red blend is welcome with every dish.
RECOMMENDATION: Enjoy at 16-18°C with warm appetizers with meats, cold meat cuts and cheeses, grilled meat, or fish.