Sauvignon Sirch 2021
The Sauvignon by Sirch is a white wine with a fresh profile, pleasantly aromatic and typically varietal, the result of a maturation of 6 months in steel. It reveals a pleasant vegetal symphony, with notes of pepper, gooseberry, tomato leaf and citrus. On the palate it is smooth, balanced and of good aroma, with savory and mineral hints
The Sauvignon by Sirch is a successful version of this famous semi-aromatic French grape variety, which reaches expressive peaks of absolute excellence in the Loire Valley. It has been cultivated in Friuli since the 19th century and among the international varieties, it is the one that has managed to develop a better symbiosis with the territory, becoming a true enological symbol of the region. In the milder and sunnier climate of the Colli Orientali, Sauvignon Blanc offers mature notes with a more pronounced aromaticity and a mediterranean, intense, and broad face. It is a wine that brings to the forefront the varietal richness, with fruity aromas, vegetal hints, and mineral sensations typical of the terroir.
The Sauvignon Sirch is the result of over half a century of experience in vine cultivation in the splendid territory of the Colli Orientali of Friuli. Sirch manages a vast estate of about one hundred hectares, divided between the estates of Cividale del Friuli, Orsaria, and Cladrecis. The Sauvignon grapes come from the best vineyards of the estate, cultivated in a medium-hill area, on soils characterized by marl of limestone and sandstone, particularly suitable for white grape varieties.white berry. At the end of the harvesting operations, the bunches are destemmed and the grapes are gently pressed. After a static decantation, the must is fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16°-18 °C. It rests on the fine lees in steel tanks for six months and completes the aging with a few months in the bottle before being put on sale.
The white Sauvignon is one of the most famous labels of Sirch. Among international grape varieties, it is the most loved and appreciated, for its strong character, marked by a typically territorial style. With a pale straw yellow color and slight greenish reflections, it presents itself to the nose with intense and rich aromas, reminiscent of medicinal herbs, sage, tomato leaf, boxwood, citrus peel, grapefruit, peach, ripe white-fleshed fruit, and tropical fruit. Intense and aromatic, it unfolds harmoniously in a juicy and long sip, which anticipates a finish of great freshness, closing on savory notes. It is perfect to pair with a dish of shellfish, a risotto with scampi, or with asparagus.