GIORGIO NICOLINI PICCOLA NERA 2018

Trieste, Italy

Giorgio inherited this land from his family. He, Rossana & their son work these vineyards to produce wine with a strong adherence and fidelity to the old methods as well as to the indigenous grapes from this region.

Varietal​: Piccola Nera

*a rare red grape variety that grows in the border region between Italy (Gorizia) and Slovenia (Goricia)

Region​: Muggia, Trieste, Italy Soil​: heavy clay

​Vineyard & Winemaking Information​: vineyards are 180 meters above sea-level

Macerated on the skins for 48 to 72 hours traditional hand-crank press for a very gentle pressing 8-months in large, neutral oak barrels

Total So2​: 36mg/L Tasting Notes​:

Easily confused with a rosé, this red is a beautiful light brick color, as is the nature of this rare varietal. Delicate flavors of wild berries and hints of wildflowers and black pepper on the nose. Overall, a light fresh and easy drinking red, with wonderfully balanced acidity and tannin. — Owen Kotler Selections