Producer | Fantinel |
Country | Italy |
Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc |
Vintage | 2018 |
Sku | WH2619 |
Size | 750ml |
Juicy tropical and stone fruits cavort on a foundation of tomato leaf, melon, white wildflowers, and subtle spices in this captivating, creamy '18 Sauvignon. This delightful white wine is all about tension--between its nice dry extract and zesty acidity, between its silky mouthfeel and its delicate minerality, and between its sweet fruits and its savory undertones. Deriving from sandstone-rich, marly soils, this wine both ferments and ages in temperature-controlled stainless steel to retain its aromatic purity.
The original Pane Vino & San Daniele has essentially precipitated the launch of an upscale "chain"of sorts, with numerous outposts located in towns throughout northern Italy. These establishments are intended to promote the slow food philosophy and the enjoyment of local products, with an emphasis on the wines of Fantinel and the hams it produces in conjunction with the Testa e Molinaro company. At the time of this writing (August 2008), the locations numbered 20, though expansion plans include international destinations, as well as additional regional outposts. Such an operation, of course, provides a perfect context in which to showcase the extensive portfolio of Fantinel, which operates several distinct labels. However, Fantinel began serving as a foremost ambassador of Friuli shortly into its second decade, undertaking various partnerships dedicated to establishing a recognized place for Friuli on the international scene. In fact, it was one of the first Friulian estates to
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