Plozner Pecoranera DOC 2014

Tenuta Plozner is located in Barbeano di Spilimbergo, in the heart of Friuli Grave d.o.c. The gravelly alluvial soils and the mild climate give to Plozner unique features: mineral, with good acidity and frank bouquet.
Method Of Training
Guyot Exposure north-south
Soil
Gravel alluvial origin
Grape
Merlot 100%

Harvest

Harvest by hand into crates. The grapes are left to dry for 20-30 days to improve the color and decrease the vegetal traits.
Vinification

Crushing and destemming, fermentation with maceration for 15/20 days. Lastly comes the aging in small wooden casks.
Sensorial Features

The color is an intense ruby red with purple shades, with aging will assume a garnet color. The aroma is intense, ripe red fruit (cherry, blueberry, dried prune), spicy hints of vanilla, bitter cocoa. The flavor is full-bodied, soft, harmonic, persistent, with a long sweet jam aftertaste.
Serving Suggestions
Aristocratic wine for roasts, game, aged cheeses.
Serving Temperature
18-20 °C