Pizzolato Rosso Convento NSA

Winemakers:

La Cantina Pizzolato

Appellation:

Veneto I.G.T.

Location:

Treviso

Varietal(s):

• 50 % Organic Merlot
• 50 % Organic Cabernet Sauvignon

Analytical Data:

Alcohol 12 % by Vol. · Res. Sugar 9 gr/lt · Acidity: 5.5 gr/lt

Serve at:

60 - 62ºF

UPC:

1-85554 00052-9

Wine type:

Natural Wine , Vegan Wine , Non-GMO Project Verified Wine , Organic Red Wine , No Sulfites Added Wine , Wines Made With Organic Grapes ,

Vineyard:

The estate is located in the rich and flourishing countryside in the north of Treviso, and the vineyards are situated on the plains and hillsides near Piave river.

Vinification:

The wine is vinified off the skins and fermentation is completed in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures
The main difference between a wine created with or without sulfites is the special attention that is paid in the vineyard as well as in the cellars to avoiding grape contamination. Sulfur is used in winemaking as the main antiseptic, preventing the grapes and wine from suffering the attacks of bacteria which could negatively affect or damage the wine completely.
The wine making process without the use of sulfur means that the hygienic conditions have to been extreme during harvest season. The grapes are harvested solely by hand in small crates. Every effort is made to avoid breakage and bacteria attacks. The wine deposits are filled very briefly so as not to delay the delicate fermentation process.
All elements that come in contact with this no sulfite added wine are subject to the most extreme hygienically conditions.

Terroir:

Pebbly and permeable soil. Allowing good drainage.

Training system:

Cordon cane training system.

Tasting Notes:

Mocha, whipped cream, cherry, and craisin, pencil shaving, aromas and flavors. Supple and chewy with a solid core of fruit and fine tannins. Finishes with cocoa earth, spice, olive, and chalk. A very nice food wine or sipper

Tastings.com

Enjoy with:

Ideal with light meat dishes, pasta with red sauce.

Certification:

BIOS

• 

  Wine Enthusiast Magazine

  WINE ENTHUSIAST MAGAZINE

  RATED: 86 points (Best Buy)

  Vintage: 2012

• 

  Gold Medal – Tastings.com by BTI

  WORLD WINE CHAMPIONSHIPS AWARD: Gold Medal & Best Buy

  RATED: 90 points (Exceptional)

  Vintage: 2012

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE&nbspDRAGONFLY

Since 1991, we have embraced the organic lifestyle, built on respect, knowledge and collaboration.

We are proud that our organic vineyards create a healthy biodiversity and the resident dragonflies confirm their purity.
We have given this fragile and fascinating creature a testimonial role for our wines and sustainable winery…so FOLLOW THE DRAGONFLY!