Castelvecchio Vineyards
Historical evidence confirms that as early as 1578, vineyards and the olive trees thrived on the karst hills where the Villa Veneta estate was built starting in 1700. The estate is now called Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio and is owned by the Terraneo family. Ever since 2013 the company has chosen a sustainable and low environmental impact viticulture. Castelvecchio wines are characterized by an innate elegance and a uniquenessthat discloses the Karst at each sip. Over the years, passion and commitment have led us to expand the range of products that are native of the Karst. A visit to Castelvecchio will always remains in your heart, whatever the reason that brought you here.
The Story Behind the Bottle
The Terraneo family, proprietors of the Castelvecchio vineyards, demonstrate their zest for life, love of good food, and passion for great wines across multiple generations. They share this zest for life with their American counterparts, the founders of Romano Imports.Their delightful products and approach to winemaking are reflections of the Terraneos commitment to sustainability, love of and respect for the land where the grapes are harvested. Among all members of the Terraneo family lives a deep pride in the Castelvecchio products passed down through the generations. They represent the best of the country and honor those who work the soil.
Tricia Romano Barry knew the moment she met Leopoldo, the patriarch, and his wise and accomplished wife Mirella, that she was among kindred spirits. Now, by sharing products and working together, Romano Imports and Castelvecchio are building the next generation of great wines for enjoyment at the tables and in the gardens of families from Italy to America.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Production area
Castelvecchio is a part of the Karst (Carso) area in the province of Gorizia (Sagrado city). The landscape is typical of the Karst region: arid and rocky soil with a reduced stratum of red sand, but rich in iron and lime-stone. The area is constantly ventilated and influenced by the near sea.
Grapes
100% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Harvesting and vinification
The harvest takes place in the first half of October. Fermentation with maceration in steel tanks for about 15 days. After 4 months in stainless steel tanks to complete the malolactic fermentation, the wine stays for 1 year in small barrels of French and California oak (barrique). Followed by one year in larger Slavonian and French oak (tonneau). The wine is aged in a bottle for a further six months before release.
Sensorial features
Color: Intense ruby red color with brown and bright reflections.
Smell: Complex with notes of vanilla and red fruits as raspberry. Followed by ripe fruit notes and mineral notes.
Taste: Typical, persistent, good structure and good ageing potential.
Goes well with
Pinot Grigio
Production area
Grapes
Harvesting and vinification
The grapes are manually selected and softly pressed. The fermentation and subsequent ageing sur lie take place in concrete tanks.
Sensorial features
Color: Deep straw yellow with slight coppery reflections.
Scent: Pleasant and intense with fruity scents such as pear and melon. Floral scents follow.
Taste: Well structured, enveloping and savory. Delicately fruity notes of apricot and small citrus fruits
Goes well with
Cabernet Franc
Production area
Grapes
Harvesting and vinification
Sensorial features
Color: Ruby red color with bright refection.
Smell: The nose reflects the characteristics of this vine variety, with herbaceous and spicy light notes. Followed by the typical mineral notes of Karts terroir.Â
Taste: Fine and spicy with long persistence.
Goes well with
Ideal with white meat, roasts and feather game. We suggest serving it at 18-20 °C.
Sauvignon
Production area
Castelvecchio is a part of the Karst (Carso) area in the province of Gorizia (Sagrado city). The landscape is typical of the Karst region: arid and rocky soil with a reduced stratum of red sand, but rich in iron and lime-stone. The area is constantly ventilated and influenced by the near sea.
Grapes
100% Sauvignon.
Harvesting and vinifications
Manual harvest. Slight grape pressing, alcoholic fermentation and maturation sur lie in steel tanks.
Sensorial features
Color: Bright straw with green reflections.
Smell: Complex smell with vegetal notes typical of the varietal grape (tomato leaves). It also features nice notes of citrus, grapefruit, and has finishing aromas of white peach.
Taste: On the palate you can find the same olfactory notes as above. At the end a slight salty and mineral touch typical of the Karst terroir.Â
Goes well with
Ideal with first courses, in particular with fine grilled fish, fish soups and white meat. It finds an interesting combination with Asiatic cuisine, spicy and bitter-sweet dishes. We suggest serving it at 10-12°C.
Castelvecchio wines are characterized by an innate elegance and a uniqueness that discloses the Karst at each sip.
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