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Jacuss Tazzelenghe - 2016
Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
100% Tazzelenghe
Appellation
Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Vineyard Designation
Torreano (UD)
Aging
Partially aged in oak barrels of 1500 liters, partially in steel tanks.
Alcohol %
13
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
100% Tazzelenghe
Appellation
Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Vineyard Designation
Torreano (UD)
Aging
Partially aged in oak barrels of 1500 liters, partially in steel tanks.
Alcohol %
13
Wine Profile
Wine Profile / Tasting Notes
Intense red color with violet reflections, strong on the palate. A tough and sturdy wine that softens during the normal aging process in barrels. The purplish-red color, intense and vinous when young, changes to red with garnet reflections as it ages. The bouquet is ample and pleasant, with mild hints of wood.
Vineyard Notes
Guyot, 5.000 plants/ha, vineyard planted during 1989. Yield: 55 quintals per hectare.
Production Notes
Manual harvesting, soft pressing of the grapes, fermentation temperature at 26° -28° C, maceration on skins for 15-20 days, with several pumping over. The wine first refines in barrels of massive oak of 225 liters for 24 months, followed by extra 6 months in the bottle before release.
Winemaker Notes
Our mission is the continuation of toughness that led, our parents, to keep the vines ... try ... and re-try to improve! Began right there in year 1990, our history, when we presented ourselves cautious, gradually grow and become actors on the Italian and European scenario of the most important international festivals of wine sector, collecting great acclaims, placing the wines Jacùss at the highest levels of satisfaction and contributing to the affirmation of the' Made in Italy ' label. Working with the privilege to grow and work in this environment of incomparable experience, we have transferred competence and passion to research, fundamentally to everything a production of high-quality wines requires".
Food & Wine Pairing
Wine indicated for roasts and braised meat. Goes well with sauces of white and red meats and it is the perfect pairing for game.
More Information
A few words about “TAZZELENGHE”: Authentically grape from Friuli; a secure area of origin is unknown. It was part of the multitude of vineyards scattered Friuli region hills, today mostly disappeared. Currently was rediscovered along with Refosco and Schiopettino. Is grown in different areas of Colli Orientali del Friuli. The name itself testifies the personality of this wine that does not tolerate inexperienced consumers. Tazzelenghe (Friuli pron. tace-lenghe) means “tongue cutter”, fully deserved designation for its unique quality.
The Tazzelenghe has no amateurs or supporters! Only true followers are allowed ... all others will find themselves with their tongue cut out!
