Abbazia di Rosazzo 2017 DOCG Livio Felluga
Livio Felluga 's Abbazia di Rosazzo 2017 DOCG is an oenological masterpiece that embodies the elegance and complexity of Friulian wines. The Livio Felluga winery, founded in 1956, is an icon of Italian oenology, renowned for its dedication to quality and innovation while respecting tradition. Located in the hills of the Colli Orientali del Friuli, the winery is surrounded by historic vineyards that embrace the ancient Abbey of Rosazzo, a place of extraordinary beauty and spirituality, a symbol of the region's wine culture.
Wine Characteristics.
Abbazia di Rosazzo is a dry white wine of DOCG designation , the result of a skillful blending of native and international varieties:
- Friulano: It brings structure, smoothness and regional typicality.
- Sauvignon Blanc: Gives aromaticity, freshness and herbaceous notes.
- Pinot Blanc: Contributes elegance, finesse and balanced acidity.
- Malvasia Istriana: Adds aromatic complexity and floral hints.
- Ribolla Gialla: Contributes vivacity, savoriness and a distinct minerality.
The grapes, harvested by hand in small boxes to preserve their integrity, are selected with meticulous care. Fermentation takes place in 25- and 50-hectoliter French oak barrels, followed by aging on the lees for about 18 months. Afterwards, the wine rests in bottle for an additional 10 months, developing extraordinary aromatic complexity and depth of flavor.
Sensory Notes
- Color: Brilliant golden yellow with bright highlights, a sign of maturity and concentration.
- Aroma: Intense and refined bouquet, with floral notes of broom, almond blossom and acacia. Fruity hints of white peach, Williams pear, apricot and citrus nuances of pink grapefruit and bergamot. Delicate nuances of aromatic herbs such as sage and thyme, and spicy hints of vanilla and toasted almond due to aging in wood complete the olfactory profile.
- Taste: The palate is enveloping, complex and balanced. The entry is soft and round, supported by a vibrant acidity that enhances its freshness. The minerality is pronounced, typical of the Rosazzo terroir, with a sapidity that lends depth and persistence. Fruity flavors intertwine with notes of acacia honey, hazelnut and a slight toastiness. The finish is long, elegant and harmonious, with an aftertaste that recalls the olfactory sensations.
Gastronomic pairings
Abbazia di Rosazzo 2017 is a wine of great versatility and class, ideal to accompany refined dishes:
- Appetizers: Red shrimp tartare, scallop carpaccio, oysters au gratin.
- First Courses: Seafood risotto, ricotta and lemon ravioli with butter and sage, white truffle tagliolini.
- Secondi Piatti: Sea bass in salt, baked sea bream with potatoes and rosemary, Catalan-style lobster.
- White Meats: Herb-stuffed guinea fowl breast, roast turkey with apple sauce.
- Cheese: Excellent pairings with bloomy rind cheeses such as Brie and Camembert, or aged goat cheese.
- International Cuisine: Sushi and sashimi, Asian fusion cuisine, light fish or vegetable curries.
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Technical data sheet
Variety: Friulano - Pinot Bianco - Sauvignon - Malvasia - Ribolla Gialla
Appellation: Rosazzo
Designation: D.O.C.G.
Production area: Rosazzo
Soil type: Flysch of marls and sandstones of Eocene origin
Grape varieties: Friulano - Pinot Bianco - Sauvignon - Malvasia - Ribolla Gialla
Training system: Guyot
Defense methods: Integrated pest control with low environmental impact
Harvest time: First half of September, in three passages
Harvesting methods: Manual
Vinification: The grapes, gently destemmed, after appropriate cold maceration, were subjected to a soft pressing. The must was clarified by simple decantation and then started for fermentation in stainless steel tanks with the inoculation of selected yeasts in Friuli. After three days the wine was racked into oak barrels where it completed alcoholic and then malolactic fermentation.
Aging: The wine matured in oak barrels, where yeast lysis occurred. In July 2014 it was bottled. The development of tertiary aromas will be completed in the years to come.
Serving temperature: 14 - 15 - 16 °C.
