Langhe Freisa

Producer:
Azienda Agricola Luigi Giordano
Region:
Piemonte
Grape:
Freisa (100%)
Classification:
DOC
Vintage:
2014
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry red wine from the autochthonous Freisa variety of Piedmont.In the dialect freisa means freesia, or flower, characterized by purple - red color. Hence the wine was named after its colour. The mentions about this grape variety date back to the late XIX-th century, then the wine obtained from the Freisa grape was already well-known and apprieciated, especially in Piedmont. Freisa from our producer was aged in wooden barrels, next was subjected to the short fermentation process in a big tank called ‘autoclave‘ . Hence Freisa is characterized by a slightly sparkling flavor and freshness. This wine is an excellent companion to grassy meats and charcuterie. Freisa of the Langhe region is a dry wine as opposed to Freisa of the Monferrato zone.

Details

Color: ruby red, intense, vivid.
Aroma: winey and fruity notes of cherries, blackberries and raspberries.
Flavor: rich, nicely seasoned.
Food matching: hors d‘oeuvres based on meats, cured meats, pasta dishes, fried dishes, Bagna Cauda sauce of Piedmont.
Serving temperature: 14v/16°C.
Alcohol content: 13%.

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