TENUTA MACCAN
Prata di Pordenone PN , Italy (Friuli)
Ribolla Gialla
Venezie IGT
Ribolla Gialla
Another local favorite, the Friuli region is the farthest west this grape is typically grown, also found in Slovenia. A grape naturally high in acidity, the mineral character is apparent in the nose along with white flowers, wild grass, and pithy citrus. Fresh and clean on the palate, there is a distinct texture that is both firm and edgy. The finish and texture make it wonderful with raw seafood like sushi.
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Ribolla is the grape and gialla means yellow in Italian. This yellow grape has a thick skin and is naturally high in acidity. It is a hearty variety that has subtle aromatics and a compelling texture. The low yields at the Maccan estate along with a lengthy period on the lees helps create something special, both compelling and enjoyable. An excellent companion to clean flavors like the ones found in Japanese cooking.
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Refosco
Friuli Grave DOC
Refosco Dal Peduncolo Rosso
Refosco is not a household name anywhere but in Friuli. One of the main native red grapes of the area, it is known for its complex and savory flavors. The Maccan Refosco is pervasive with notes of wild red fruits, smoky spice, and a rustic earthiness. This ancient variety captivates with a medium body of complex, savory density balanced by subtle tannins and a fresh minerality.
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Friuli is unlike any other part of Italy with Germanic and Slovenian influences that date back centuries. The region's capital city, Trieste, was once the major port for the Austrian Hungarian empire and it was in 1977 that the city was officially recognized as part of Italy. They do things their own way here and have amazing local varieties and culture.
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Pinot Grigio
Friuli Grave DOC
Pinot Grigio
The Maccan Pinot Grigio is distinct, both for the color and for a complexity that is often missing in the Pinot Grigio world. A lush orchard fruit character, with aromatics of both flowers and wild herbs. It has a dense fruity structure with peach and apple skin, sustained by a distinctly tangy finish and freshness. The richness of fruit and texture make it an excellent food pairing.
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With two days of skin contact, locally it is referred to as a "ramato" which translates to copper, referring to the color that is imparted from the skin. Pinot Grigio is a mutation of Pinot Noir and the color can vary from a pale pinkish green to a delicate purple with hints of orange. When grown in the right rocky soils with a cool climate, you can produce a wine with depth and complexity.
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