Collio Riesling Renano DOC (Courtesy of
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Grape type: Riesling Renano (Rheinriesling – the German variety is very recent as DOC and is already proving its worth in the area)
Area: hills along the Yugoslav border, just south of the Colli Orientali appellation
Color: light golden
Nose: intense, floral, with fresh nuances of green apple and even peach and lime
Palate: the wine’s ample bouquet is confirmed on the palate; dry, fruity, structured, elegant and well balanced
Aging before release: not required
Cellar life: evolves for a couple of years, even longer
Food pairings: antipasti, particularly seafood and shellfish-based, risotto, pasta, even structured fish dishes or rich ones, with sauce