Refoscodal peduncolo rossois a fascinating and evocatively named native grape variety, grown mainly in the regions of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Slovenia and Croatia.
The history of Refosco is ancient, and its exact origin is still debated. According to one theory, Refosco dal peduncolo rosso would be a native vine of Friuli, progenitor of other important vines such as Marzemino .
Refosco is a tough grape variety, requiring warm temperatures to reach full maturity. Without aging, wines made with Refosco dal peduncolo rosso are very acidic and tannic . However, aging in wood has helped transform this edgy wine. With age and after aging in wood, it develops aromas of wild berries, black fruit jam, and tertiary notes of black pepper and tobacco.
