Refosco grape originally from Friuli Italy. Now in Napa. Big fruit, tannins galore, long dry finish. Needs food!
Refosco grape originally from Friuli Italy. Now in Napa. Big fruit, tannins galore, long dry finish. Needs food!
1 person found it helpfulDec 3rd, 2014
I was blown away by the delicacy and lower alcohol levels Steve Matthaisson achieves not only in his white wines, but also his reds. The 2012 Napa Valley Refosco weighs in at 13.2% ABV, with an attractive, glittery garnet-hued robe. There's no shortage of fruit expression however, the nose emits an array of bramble berries, marionberries, and Italian plums. There is considerable structure on the attack, with firm, grippy tannins, stony minerality and a dash of dried sage on the finish. A lovely effort.
I was blown away by the delicacy and lower alcohol levels Steve Matthaisson achieves not only in his white wines, but also his reds. The 2012 Napa Valley Refosco weighs in at 13.2% ABV, with an attractive, glittery garnet-hued robe. There's no shortage of fruit expression however, the nose emits an array of bramble berries, marionberries, and Italian plums. There is considerable structure on the attack, with firm, grippy tannins, stony minerality and a dash of dried sage on the finish. A lovely effort.
May 7th, 2015
Refosco, you know? More bulky than previous vintages, richer color too...
Refosco, you know? More bulky than previous vintages, richer color too...
Oct 10th, 2014
Aromatics off the hook, charcuterie and cured meats, some iodine, slithers across palate, silky yet refreshing, dark iron and meats, lightness yet directness, wowness
Aromatics off the hook, charcuterie and cured meats, some iodine, slithers across palate, silky yet refreshing, dark iron and meats, lightness yet directness, wowness
May 17th, 2015
Napa Valley, California, USA
