Casa Vinicola Antonutti is a winery from the Friuli Venezia Giulia region. Four generations of the Antonutt family have been growing grapes in the heart of the Grave del Friuli region for just over a hundred years. The winery now owns around fifty hectares of vineyards there. The Meduna, Cellina and Taglimento rivers have brought large quantities of dolomitic limestone into the zone, and the area itself is sheltered from the north winds, but benefits from its proximity to the sea. The Antonutto vine grows in a place called Barbeano, where the soil is rocky. There is a big difference between day and night temperatures, so the grapes can be harvested later, when they are already saturated with aromas.

Winemaking

Soft crushing of the grapes harvested when they are perfectly ripened. 10 days of maceration with recurring pumping over. After racking, the alcoholic and malolactic fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks. Then for 12 months, the wine is aged in French oak barriques. Bottle ageing for not less than 12 months before release.

Tasting notes

Ruby red color. On the nose hints of pomegranate, raspberries, currant, licorice, and fine spices. The palate is captivating, with a great balance of freshness and sapidity. It’s a wine very representative of the territory. Elegant tannins with a persistent final aroma of red berries.

Food pairing

A must-try with truffle-based dishes. It goes well with golden roasts of white meat and pairs pleasantly with fatty fish fillet. Preferred service temperature ranges from 18° to 20° C in a thin large bowl glass. AGEING POTENTIAL 10 years or more if stored in ideal conditions.