Giusti Augusto Recantina DOC 2017 (Case)

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Description

Giusti ‘Augusto’ Recantina DOC Montello (Case, 6x75cl)

Smooth and intense, this full-bodied wine has a hint of mineral that gives it a touch of freshness. It is produced from a single variety, native Recantina grapes, a rare and precious treasure of the Montello.

Producer: Societa Agricola Giusti Dal Col Srl

Region/Appellation: Veneto IGT

Country Hierarchy: Italy

Grape/Blend: Recantina

Case: 6 x 75cl

Alcohol: 13.0%

Colour: Intense and bright ruby, excellent transparency

Bouquet: Intense with fruity notes of red plum and black currant (cassis) and floral notes of violets and cyclamen. This is also the moss and mineral notes reminiscent of freshly tilled soil.

Flavour: Soft and velvety, with sweet tannins and pleasantly acidic aftertaste.

Food Pairing: Wine suited to red meat and game especially furred. also excellent with duck breast, baked guinea fowl, and the medium-aged cheeses.

Ageing: This is followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in wood. This takes place in 2,5 T Slavonia oak barrels for a period of 12-14 months. Finally, it is bottled and short ageing in bottle before release.

Awards:

2018 Harper Wine Star – 4 Stars (2016)

2018 James Suckling – 92 Pt. (2015)

2018 Luca Maroni – 96 Pt. (2016)

2018 Vini Buoni d’Italia (autoctoni) – Double crown (2016)

2018 Vinitaly 5 Stars – 90 Pt. (2015)

2017 IWSC – Silver medal (2014)

2017 James Suckling – 91 Pt. (2015)

Delivery charges are based on weight,  the number of bottles, and calculated on Check Out.

Additional information

Weight 9 kg