{"title":"Staff Picks","description":"\u003cp\u003eReady to dive into the world of Friuli Italian wines but you aren't sure where to begin? These unique wines are specially chosen by our team to be the best introduction to our region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"prosecco-corazza","title":"Prosecco (NV)","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eOur private selection of Prosecco made from \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% Glera grapes. We personally select the grapes and create this extra dry, refreshing sparkling wine great for any occasion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypology\u003c\/strong\u003e: White sparkling wine \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Friuli Venezia Giulia \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Glera \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: By hand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation and refinery\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThrough the Charmat method and the addition of the yeasts, we obtain the Prosecco Extra Dry, a fresh wine where fruit notes stand out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature for Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cold! 7-8 °C \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 11.0%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Prosecco is balanced, not too sweet, not too dry, with slight notes of pear on the nose. On the palate, it is refreshing and crisp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt pairs well with fish and cheese, is wonderful as an aperitif, and great for making an Aperol Spritz or your favorite summer cooler.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Corazza","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40678130090093,"sku":"FYNVCOPR","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1919\/1201\/products\/Corazza.png?v=1624610673"},{"product_id":"cabernet-franc-2020","title":"Cabernet Franc (2020)","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\" data-mce-href=\"#tab1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" data-mce-href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eThe market is finally ready for a 100% Cabernet Franc! The beauty of this grape is it takes on the characteristics of the territory it is grown in. While we may be accustomed to Cabernet Franc from California or France, the production coming out of North Eastern Italy creates a whole other experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis certified organic Cabernet Franc from Castelvecchio is highly elegant and deliciously drinkable. The initial famous ruby color melts with time into silken aristocratic reflections. The bouquet maintains the herbaceous fragrance of the wooden barrel even in the bottle. The taste is generous, velvety, and spicy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red Wine \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Carso \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Cabernet Franc \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting: \u003c\/strong\u003eFirst half of October\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermentation and refinery\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"HwtZe\" lang=\"en\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"mouseup:Sxi9L,BR6jm; mousedown:qjlr0e\" jsname=\"jqKxS\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eFermentation with maceration in stainless steel for approximately 15 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eAfter the first 4 months in stainless steel to complete the malolactic fermentation, the wine is left for a year in small French and Californian oak barrels (barriques).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eFollowed by a year in barrique in larger Slavonian and French oak barrels (tonneau).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eThe wine ages in the bottle for a further six months before being released on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13.0%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature for serving:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-20°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ruby red with aristocratic almost silky reflexes. The bouquet maintains a certain herbaceous fragrance accentuated by the wooden permanence that gives a spicy note. There is also a pleasant mineral note indicative of the Karst terroir. On the palate, it is full, velvety, and spicy with long persistence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e: It pairs excellently with roasted white meat, grilled meats, and game.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Castelvecchio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40635192541293,"sku":"FY18CACF","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1919\/1201\/files\/CastelvecchioCabernetFranc_e5d99a5c-1335-4368-895c-8f8c974ae7fa.png?v=1683645020"},{"product_id":"visintini-merlot-2020","title":"Merlot (2020)","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\"\u003eLooking for a fresh, elegant, and flavorful Merlot? This is the one for you! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis organic Merlot is aged entirely in stainless steel tanks, giving a unique freshness to this international grape. The mineral-rich soil of Friuli gives this wine a distinguished elegance, defining it from other Merlots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red wine \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Colli Orientali del Friuli\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Merlot \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: By hand in September\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation and refinery\u003c\/strong\u003e: De-stemming and crushing of the grapes, maceration with the must in cement tanks for several days with frequent pump-overs. After racking and pressing the skins, the must is placed in a tank where it awaits the end of the alcoholic fermentation and malo-lactic fermentation. The wine is filtered and bottled the following July, then a long period of bottle aging follows. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eRuby red in color. Aromatic hints of red fruit, full and fragrant. Flavorful, mineral-rich and dry with heavy tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e: This wine goes well with a wide variety of meals: from pasta to pork meat and grilled beef to chicken, rabbit, and roast duck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Visintini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41443415654509,"sku":"FY19VIME","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1919\/1201\/files\/VisintiniMerlot_96f01965-9b85-4421-87da-b1b3ab3bacbf.png?v=1714467999"},{"product_id":"canus-chardonnay-2022","title":"Chardonnay (2022)","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\" data-mce-href=\"#tab1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" data-mce-href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\"\u003eChardonnay lovers, rejoice! This impeccable expression of the international varietal is sure to impress. The full velvety flavor of this wine, together with hints of bread crust and the unmistakable Canus terroir, make it ideal for those occasions with call for a wine with a strong character.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypology\u003c\/strong\u003e: White wine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Friuli Colli Orientali\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: By hand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation and refinery\u003c\/strong\u003e: Crushing and de-stemming, soft crushing. Must cooled at 12°C. Static settling for 36 hours. Fermentation in steel at 18-20°C controlled temperature. A percentage is vinified in wood followed by batonnage for 9-12 months, which adds a light vanilla-like note. After bottling it ages for another 9-12 months before being released.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13.0%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature for serving:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bright straw yellow color. Delicate on the nose, with lingering hints of ripe tropical fruit and bread crust. Typically broad and velvety, with lingering aroma.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Suitable throughout a meal, it goes well with highly flavored starters, elaborate main courses with rich sauces and condiments, and cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Canus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41913128779885,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1919\/1201\/files\/CanusChardonnay_cdfb62c0-676a-462f-8dac-ac9f18a701e2.png?v=1714468253"},{"product_id":"carpino-malvasia-2018","title":"Malvasia (2018)","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden sunshine in the glass with intense aromas on the nose...this Malvasia is truly a feast for the senses. Now back in stock, you don't want to miss the chance to sample this beautiful and unique orange wine!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Malvasia by \u003ca title=\"Il Carpino Winery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilcarpino.com\/en\/\"\u003eIl Carpino\u003c\/a\u003e is a well-structured and full-bodied orange wine. Aromatic Malvasia grapes are vinified like a red wine with long maceration and aged in oak. It has rich and intense scents of dried fruit, honey, and yellow fruit in syrup. The taste is warm and full-bodied, smooth, and complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypology\u003c\/strong\u003e: White Wine (Orange Wine)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Collio \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Malvasia \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting: \u003c\/strong\u003eBy hand at the end of October.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation and refinery\u003c\/strong\u003e: The grapes are de-stemmed, crushed, and undergo an alcoholic fermentation by indigenous yeasts with maceration of the skins for 20 days in open oak vats. Aging takes place for 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels, 11 months in steel tanks, and 12 months in bottles. Artisan production philosophy: No added sulfites, maceration on the grape peels, indigenous yeasts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14.0% vol.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: This wine has an intense golden yellow color with orange tones. The body is intense, with hints of yellow fruit in syrup, dried fruit, honey and herbs. It is warm and full, smooth and well-structured, with mineral and spicy notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Risotto with veggies, white meat stew, roasted lamb, smoked fish appetizers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"il Carpino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41913128878189,"sku":"FY18ICMA","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1919\/1201\/products\/IlCarpinoMalvasia.png?v=1591713138"},{"product_id":"pinot-grigio-ramato-2023","title":"Pinot Grigio Ramato (2023)","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is sure to be a conversation-starter, you won’t believe you are looking at a Pinot Grigio! The unique light pink color with coppery highlights is the result of prolonged contact with the skins of the grapes during fermentation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRefreshing fruit and flowery undertones complement this gorgeous wine that is sure to impress. A great introduction to orange wine that you can't find anywhere else!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypology\u003c\/strong\u003e: White wine (Orange Wine)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Friuli Colli Orientali\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Pinot Grigio\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: By hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation and refinery\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around 3 days of maceration, during this time the wine takes on its unique coppery hue. Racking and fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless tanks. Refinement in steel tanks until the following spring when bottling takes place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13.0%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Light pink color with coppery highlights. The aroma yields notes of flowers and fruits such as apple, pear and berries. Tasting yields sweet and creamy notes through which an intense and persistent fruity sensation emerges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Specogna","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41913129042029,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1919\/1201\/files\/Untitleddesign-2.png?v=1712920895"},{"product_id":"bortolusso-sauvignon-2023","title":"Sauvignon (2023)","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\" data-mce-href=\"#tab1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" data-mce-href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eTaste for yourself why this Sauvignon Blanc wins awards year after year! Perhaps it's the unique way in which Bortolusso grows their vines that impart that special something; \u003cspan class=\"x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u x1yc453h\" dir=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethe vineyard merges into the lagoon, with the sea rising up between the raised vines. The grape roots grasp the mixed sea soil, giving the wine a characteristic saline and mineral flavor.⁠\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom this Sauvignon Blanc, you can expect dazzling aromas of fruit and herbs, with a delightful easy-drinking freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypology\u003c\/strong\u003e: White wine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Friuli Annia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand-picking and mechanical harvesting in September.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation and refinery\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fruit is left to macerate on the skins for about 12 hours at a temperature of about 14°C. The pressed must is cooled again and allowed to settle before racking and fermentation with cultured yeasts at a controlled temperature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/strong\u003e12.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperature for serving: \u003c\/strong\u003e8-10°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lively, bright straw yellow. Typical fruit aromas of stone fruits like peach, green apple, and tropical fruits. Pleasant aromas of sage, tomato leaf, and elderflower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e: The impressive aromatics make this wine a wonderful partner with seafood, fish salads, risottos, and shellfish.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bortolusso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41913129173101,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1919\/1201\/files\/BortolussoSauvignon_5e638fbe-7050-4e61-a6bc-3a7475840c93.png?v=1714467543"},{"product_id":"petrussa-schioppettino-2020","title":"Schioppettino (2020)","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\"\u003eSchioppettino, locally called \"Ribolla Nera,\" has been around since the 13th century in Friuli. Saved from the brink of extinction, it began its comeback in the 1970s. Petrussa's Schioppettino di Prepotto is a fan favorite of red wine lovers. 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