Branko Red Branko 2003: dry red wine from Friuli Venezia Giulia. Blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Intense ruby, aroma of red fruits and spices. Structured, elegant, soft tannins, persistent finish. Aged in barriques, ideal with red meats and aged cheeses. Serve at 18-20°C.
Italy - Friuli Venezia Giulia Dry Red Wine Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Branko Red Branko - 2003 1500 ml
105.34 €
Colour
Intense ruby red with garnet reflections, evolved with age.
Bouquet
Complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, balsamic notes, and tertiary hints of undergrowth and leather.
Taste
Structured, elegant, and enveloping, with soft, well-integrated tannins. Persistent finish with excellent acidic freshness.
Alcohol content
14% Vol.
Type of glass
Large Bordeaux or Grand Cru glass, to enhance its aromatic complexity.
Pairings
Grilled or roasted red meats, feathered and furred game, aged cheeses, and rich mushroom dishes.
Refinement
12-18 months in French oak barriques, followed by a long period of bottle aging for further evolution.
Vinification
Manual harvest, destemming, and fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature. Long maceration on the skins.