Winery HoldredgeOscuro Schioppettino
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or veal.
Taste structure of the Oscuro Schioppettino from the Winery Holdredge
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
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Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Oscuro Schioppettino of Winery Holdredge in the region of California is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Oscuro Schioppettino of Winery Holdredge in the region of California often reveals types of flavors of red fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Oscuro Schioppettino
Pairings that work perfectly with Oscuro Schioppettino
Original food and wine pairings with Oscuro Schioppettino
The Oscuro Schioppettino of Winery Holdredge matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of shepherd's pie (potatoes, beef, carrots, bacon), risotto of penne with chorizo and merguez or veal cutlets with savoy tomme.
Details and technical informations about Winery Holdredge's Oscuro Schioppettino.
Discover the grape variety: Schioppettino
Structured, elegant reds with a deep ruby robe, firm tannins and lively acidity. Intense aromas of black cherry, blackberry, black pepper, spices, violet and balsamic notes. Dense palate, fine ageing potential. Nearly extinct, it was saved in the 1970s by the winemakers of Prepotto and is the signature of Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC and Friuli Colli Orientali Schioppettino di Prepotto DOC. Native Friulian variety; its name evokes the crackling (schioppettino) on the palate.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Oscuro Schioppettino from Winery Holdredge are 0
Informations about the Winery Holdredge
The Winery Holdredge is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 21 wines for sale in the of Sonoma County to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Sonoma County
Accessible, quality Californian mosaic north of San Francisco: signature Pinot Noir as king red on the cool side (Russian River, Sonoma Coast) — fine and silky with notes of cherry, raspberry, undergrowth and a spicy touch. Ample Chardonnay (apple, vanilla). Dense Cabernet Sauvignon in Alexander Valley (blackcurrant, cedar), spicy Zinfandel in Dry Creek (blackberry, pepper). 19 distinct AVAs, >60 grapes, foggy coast vs warm valleys.
The wine region of California
Powerful, sunny reds: dense Napa Cabernet Sauvignon (blackcurrant, chocolate, tobacco, ample tannins), spicy, jammy Zinfandel from the Sierra Foothills, silky red-fruited Pinot Noir on the cool coast (Sonoma, Russian River, Central Coast). Opulent, buttery Chardonnay, notes of yellow fruit and vanilla. Varied climate, from the hot interior to the Pacific-cooled coast. 80% of US production, 139 AVAs including Napa (1st AVA, 1981).
The word of the wine: Final
A more or less lasting impression that is felt in the mouth once the wine has been swallowed (or spat out in the case of a professional tasting). The finish can be short or persistent.
