Fantinel Tenuta Sant'Helena Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Italian winery, Fantinel. The wine is made from the Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso grape variety, which is grown in the Friuli Grave appellation in northeastern Italy. The vineyard features a unique terroir with gravelly soils and a cool climate, which imparts a distinct character to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is full-bodied, with intense aromas of dark fruit, spices, and a hint of vanilla. The wine has a firm tannic structure and a long, lingering finish, making it an excellent choice for pairing with hearty meat dishes.
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This Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso from Fantinel Tenuta Sant'Helena is a bold and complex red wine.It has an intense notes of blackberry, black pepper, and wild herbs. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and velvety, with ripe tannins and a long, persistent finish. The flavors of blackberry, plum, and licorice are complemented by a hint of spice. Enjoy this wine now or cellar it for a few more years to allow the complexity of its aromas and flavors to fully develop.
Veneto is a region in the north-eastern part of Italy, located between the Adriatic Sea and the Alps. It is one of the most important wine-producing regions in the country, with a long history of winemaking and a wide variety of wines.
The history of winemaking in Veneto dates back to the Roman Empire, when the region was known as Venetia. The Romans planted vineyards in the area and developed a variety of winemaking techniques. In the Middle Ages, Veneto was home to some of the most renowned winemakers in Europe, and the region's wines were highly sought after. Today, Veneto is one of the most important wine-producing regions in Italy, with a wide range of styles and varieties.