Ronco Severo
Colli Orientali del Friuli Schioppettino
Colli Orientali Del Friuli, Udine, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
I had no expectations going in for this one— I had never heard of the grower or the varietal (Schioppettino - “little rifle”) before. Spicy pepper and blackberry on the nose, it manages to maintain both of those whilst adding tannins and acids for a balanced, yet very interesting wine. It’s all the more interesting for being a part of the “Vini Veri” movement: no pesticides or GMOs, or alterations to fermentation. Well worth a try.
I had no expectations going in for this one— I had never heard of the grower or the varietal (Schioppettino - “little rifle”) before. Spicy pepper and blackberry on the nose, it manages to maintain both of those whilst adding tannins and acids for a balanced, yet very interesting wine. It’s all the more interesting for being a part of the “Vini Veri” movement: no pesticides or GMOs, or alterations to fermentation. Well worth a try.
1 person found it helpfulJul 16th, 2018
Not exactly sure if Riedel makes a Schioppettino glass yet so a Bordeaux stem will have to do. This 2009 is full bodied; herbs and red fruit predominate but showing surprising acidity. Not much to speak of in the way of tannin.
Not exactly sure if Riedel makes a Schioppettino glass yet so a Bordeaux stem will have to do. This 2009 is full bodied; herbs and red fruit predominate but showing surprising acidity. Not much to speak of in the way of tannin.
Sep 15th, 2014An alive peppery nose with notes of wild boysenberry, undertones of herbs (marjoram) and vanilla. Beautiful opaque dark ruby in color. On the palate more pepper and boysenberry complimented with allspice. Underbrush and a slight tannic, dusty vanilla finish. Medium acidity with medium plus tannins.
An alive peppery nose with notes of wild boysenberry, undertones of herbs (marjoram) and vanilla. Beautiful opaque dark ruby in color. On the palate more pepper and boysenberry complimented with allspice. Underbrush and a slight tannic, dusty vanilla finish. Medium acidity with medium plus tannins.
May 28th, 20202010 vintage - intense purple black, aroma of candied licorice, forest berries, mulch, taste quite firm/forward acid, black berries, tight acid, bitter medicinal finish, dark and brooding schioppettino
2010 vintage - intense purple black, aroma of candied licorice, forest berries, mulch, taste quite firm/forward acid, black berries, tight acid, bitter medicinal finish, dark and brooding schioppettino
May 30th, 2015
Perfect red blend for a hearty Italian meal - pork ragu, roasted pig or Florentine steak. Hints of roses, berries and smooth tannins....
Perfect red blend for a hearty Italian meal - pork ragu, roasted pig or Florentine steak. Hints of roses, berries and smooth tannins....
Jun 16th, 2018
Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions
Joe had this 4 years ago
Joe had this 4 years ago
Feb 19th, 2017