Amandum Cabernet Franc

Description

Amandum Di Dai Morars is a family-owned winery for over three generations located between the beautiful and ancient valleys of Vipacco and Isonzo in Gorizia. The winery enjoys a favourable aspect: sheltered to the north by the impressive Julian Alps and enjoys the influence of the Adriatic Sea that is nearby. Bordered by the Isonzo River overlooking the plains. The farming of the vines was begun by the matriarch of the family, Bianca, and joined by her daughter Anna, who travelled on new paths and expanded the business. Now it is her grandchildren, Enrico and Carlo Alberta Agostinis who apply the same passion to the growth and development of the winery. The wineries focus on varietals such as Merlot, Refosco Dal Peduncolo Rosso, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Nero, Friulano, Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco, and Chardonnay. Amandum's wines are highly regarded and praised by professionals for their distinctive character and complexity and of course, reflect the unique terroir of the Friuli region. The Cabernet Franc vines are grown in reddish brown clay rich in iron oxide and aluminum on a stony gravel plain. The grapes were picked in late September and gently destemmed and lightly crushed. Fermentation occurred in stainless steel tanks and was subjected to frequent pump overs for a period of three weeks. The wine was then aged for 18 months. The resulting wine is a brilliant ruby colour with purple flecks in the core and shows remarkable clarity. The fruit components show cherry and blackberry with fresh vegetal notes of fresh-cut grass and green pepper. Slightly spicy with hints of tea. On the palate, the wine is pleasantly tannic and fresh with a long savoury length.

Pairing

Beef tenderloin with a green peppercorn demi-sauce, green olive and roasted eggplant tagine with crusty French bread, or beef brisket with wild mushrooms.