In the Friulian language, "real," means true; this wine is so called because 50% of the grapes are the Friulian native varietal Tazzelenghe. Tazzelenghe means "tongue cutter" due to its fantastic acidity and is rather difficult to tame, a bit like the land in which it is born.
Since 1989, Michele Moschioni has devoted himself to the production of red wines in a territory famous and known in the world for the quality of its white wines. Michele does it because he wants to enhance these indigenous vines.
Typology: Red wine blend Production area: D.O.C. Colli Orientali del Friuli Grape variety: Tazzelenghe with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Harvesting: Manual harvest from early to mid-October. Fermentation and refinery: It ages 12 months in barriques, 48 months in large oak barrels followed by 12 months of bottle-ageing. Alcohol Content: 15.0% vol. Temperature for Serving: 16-18°C (61-64°F) Tasting notes: Deep ruby red with violet reflections. The aromatic profile is focused on ripe fruit of strawberry, raspberry and blackberry jam along with floral scents of mountain cyclamen and red rose intermixed with a spicy note of cinnamon. On the palate there is plenty of high but sweet tannin hiding beneath the fruit. Very pleasant herbaceous ending of mint. Serving Suggestions: Pair with important pasta dishes and grilled red meat.
