Cabernet Sauvignon Collio | Komjanc

Cabernet Sauvignon Collio | Komjanc

Sale price€12,50
Rosso
Friuli Venezia Giulia (IT)
Collio DOC
Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
Enjoy it within 7 years
14.5% ABV
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Production and refinement

Single-varietal Cabernet Sauvignon from a vineyard in San Floriano del Collio, rooted in clay marl and sandstone. Low environmental impact practices and hand harvesting.

Crushing and destemming, followed by fermentation with maceration on the skins and malolactic fermentation. It ages exclusively in stainless steel tanks before bottling.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

A beautiful, clear ruby red.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it stands out for its characteristic herbal note, typical of the grape variety, accompanied by a range of aromas from small red and black fruits (cherry, blackberry, blueberry, and blackcurrant), along with hints of violet and wisteria.

Tasting

On the palate, it is dry, appropriately tannic, fresh, and savory, with excellent body and a long-lasting finish. The fruity and herbal notes detected on the nose reappear in the aftertaste.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Cabernet Sauvignon Collio | Komjanc ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia, San Floriano del Collio

Hectares of vineyards: 11

Komjanc

Located on the hills of San Floriano del Collio, in the Valerisce area at the heart of Collio, the Komjanc winery combines tradition and innovation. Founded in the 1970s by Alessio Komjanc, who continued the family’s winemaking legacy that began in the late 19th century, the winery spans 11 hectares of vineyards.

The facility, panoramic and immersed in the breathtaking landscape of the hills and Eastern Alps, reflects the commitment to viticulture that respects traditional practices while always utilizing modern technologies.

Komjanc

In 2000, a new impetus was given with the involvement of Alessio’s four children—Beniamin, Roberto, Patrik, and Ivani—who brought a more specialized approach to various stages of production, from cultivation to marketing. The winery, renovated and expanded in 2006, covers 750 square meters and includes areas dedicated to grape processing, fermentation, aging, bottling, and storage.

Here, grapes exclusively from their own vineyards are fermented and aged mostly in steel, with only a limited portion allocated for aging in wood. Every stage of production is carefully monitored, reflecting the Komjanc family's passion and attention to creating a product of the highest quality.

Region and territory

An explosion of aromas and flavors that celebrate the unique territory of the region in the glass.

Friuli Venezia Giulia

An explosion of aromas and flavors that celebrate the unique territory of the region in the glass.

Friuli Venezia Giulia

An explosion of aromas and flavors that celebrate the unique territory of the region in the glass.

Friuli Venezia Giulia

Friuli-Venezia Giulia has always been the land of great whites and has achieved extraordinary fame for what some call the "superwhites."

Recently, Friuli Venezia Giulia was the battleground for a community-level dispute with Hungary regarding the right to continue calling the wine produced with the Tocai Friulano grape "Tocai," causing confusion with the well-known Hungarian sweet wine Tokaji. Italy lost the case in 2007, and since 2011 wines produced with Tocai Friulano are respectively called "Friulano" in Friuli Venezia Giulia and "Tai" in Veneto.

The region is divided into a mountainous area to the north, hilly terrain in the pre-Alpine arc, an alluvial plain, and a coastal area.
The northern part of the plain is suitable for the cultivation of white grape varieties, while the southern part is more favorable for black grape varieties.
To the east, in the area bordering Slovenia, the plain extends to the foothills of the Karst: here viticulture is challenging due to the limestone rocks eroded by water, and often it is only possible on terraces supported by retaining walls made of sandstone blocks called "pastini."

Collio

The wines produced in this area are the result of a unique terroir. The Collio Goriziano comprises the northern hilly area of the province of Gorizia, between the Isonzo and Judrio rivers. The area is located near the border with Slovenia, in a territory on both sides of the border, deeply interconnected.

The Collio encompasses approximately 1,500 hectares of vineyards situated on a sequence of hills along the east-west axis (altitude between 60 and 270 meters), which have ample surfaces with excellent exposures, ideal for quality viticulture.

The cultivation of vines in the Collio dates back to Roman times, while the names of the wines that have made the territory famous emerged from the 17th century: Ribolla, Cividino, Refosco, Corvino. Modern viticulture arrived in Collio in the second half of the 19th century. By then, the prevalence of white grape varieties was already marked.

After the Second World War, Collio was separated by the border, giving rise to two wine-producing areas, the Italian Collio and the Brda in the Slovenian part.
The hills, cultivated since Roman times, offer ample surfaces with perfect exposures for excellent viticulture.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

A very intense wine: it enchants with its symphony of aromas, making it ideal for pairing with dishes that are equally aromatic. Its substantial body also calls for pairing with equally structured dishes.

Matching by contrast

An excellent Cabernet Sauvignon, fresh and straightforward, with acidity that plays well in contrast when paired with slightly rich and fatty dishes: the acidity and tannins perfectly cleanse the palate.

It pairs well with

Cured meats (including fatty ones), aged cheeses, meat-based first and second courses such as roasts, grilled meats, stews, and game. For a vegetarian option, try it with pumpkin tortelli.

Matching by concordance

A very intense wine: it enchants with its symphony of aromas, making it ideal for pairing with dishes that are equally aromatic. Its substantial body also calls for pairing with equally structured dishes.

Matching by contrast

An excellent Cabernet Sauvignon, fresh and straightforward, with acidity that plays well in contrast when paired with slightly rich and fatty dishes: the acidity and tannins perfectly cleanse the palate.

It pairs well with

Cured meats (including fatty ones), aged cheeses, meat-based first and second courses such as roasts, grilled meats, stews, and game. For a vegetarian option, try it with pumpkin tortelli.

Sopressa (Italian salami)

A typical pork cold cut from the cuisine of northeastern Italy, particularly Veneto. It is prepared and seasoned with natural aromas, offering a rich, savory flavor, intense aromas, and a fatty texture. Perfect for rustic, highly satisfying aperitifs.

Grilled Meat

Skewers, pork, steaks, up to the noble Florentine steak... grilling enhances the flavor of the meat (properly marinated) and makes it pleasantly charred. Best enjoyed in company for truly convivial barbecues, always being careful not to place the meat directly over the flame.

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