2018 Ronco Severo Schioppettino IGT, Friulano, Italy Textura though this shines bright every

though this shines bright every year

spontaneous fermentation in vats with indigenous yeasts

1700 feet elevation

Aged in clay amfora for 9 months

2018 Ronco Severo Schioppettino IGT, Friulano, Italy Textura though this shines bright everyThe exact description according to the DOC regulations reads: Schioppettino di Prepotto, a Subzone of the Friuli Colli Orientali D. O. C. Area. To me it sounds odd that such a premier terroir is indicated as a subzone of a larger area, rather than highlighting the unique quality of the wine! We could have gone the French way and use a synonym of premium cru to identify the extra quality within the appellation area. Only the perfectly healthy and ripe