Jul 30 2009
CASTELVECCHIO: Distinctive Friulian Wines
CASTELVECCHIO WINES, Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
Harsh terroir gives rise to expressive wines
VINTAGES EXCLUSIVES
New releases –and VINTAGES Exclusives-- from Italy’s northeast region of Gorizia near the Slovenian border. Enjoyed 
for their very expressive and distinctive style with a spicy, mineral note from the “karst” soil and harsh climate of this Carso appellation. Definitely a cut above– all exclusive to VINTAGES
2008 CASTELVECCHIO Pinot Grigio Carso $19.99 Exuberant, tightly-wound style of Pinot Grigio with underlying chalky minerality and vibrant acidity. A Pinot Grigio with oomph!
2008 CASTELVECCHIO Malvasia Istriana $19.99
Compelling white wine with notes of herbs and honeycomb with waxy, sappy fruit, and a very lively personality. A great pairing with a range of foods from light pastas to Thai and Asian dishes.
2008 CASTELVECCHIO Sauvignon Blanc $19.99
Classic Sauvignon Blanc bracingly crisp, steely wine. Deliocate and austere SB character. Tightly wound.
2008 CASTELVECCHIO Traminer Aromatico $19.99 This unusually delicious wine offers fresh lychee fruit, exotic aromas and flavors with a dry finish. Try it!
NEW! 2006 CASTELVECCHIO Cabernet $30
The Terraneo family from Castelvecchio considers their Cabernet to be their most important wine contribution. Rich, smooth and elegant, with mineral underpinning. Refreshing maritime influence, dry climate allows natural viticulture. Enjoy with summer’s grilled meats and spicy flavors.
