Forzatè Raboso IGT Veneto
This variety is native in the Veneto region. The name “Forzatè” was given in memory of blessed Giordano Forzatè ancestor of the Capodilista family, friend of St. Anthony of Padova, to whom the family oratory is dedicated.
Raboso grapes are harvested in November and shortly left to dry.
COLOUR: Full, ruby red.
AROMA: A forceful blend of spices and marascha cherries
TASTE: Definite character, full body, good harmony between aroma and taste with refined varietal expression of Raboso.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Best served with sauce and ragù first courses , game, braised meats, roasts and cheese.
GRAPES: Raboso Piave and Raboso Veronese
WINE-MAKING: Mashing of the grapes for about 15 days
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 12,5% vol
TOTAL ACIDITY: 5,50 – 6 g/l
NET EXTRACT: 30 g/l
WINE LIFE: clayey
SOIL: Argilloso
EXPOSURE: North
ALTITUDE: 15 m
VINES PER HA: 1.300