Sauvignon Blanc Isonzo | Masut Da Rive

Sauvignon Blanc Isonzo | Masut Da Rive

Sale price€17,00
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Friuli Venezia Giulia (IT)
Isonzo DOC
Sauvignon 100%
Enjoy it within 3 years
13.5% vol.
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Production and refinement

From vineyards located in Mariano del Friuli, not far from the Isonzo River, with soil rich in red clay and pebbles. Pure Sauvignon Blanc.

The winemaking process is carried out in white; gentle pressing of the grapes, fermentation in stainless steel containers at controlled temperature. The wine completes its production process with refinement, remaining for 9 months to age on its fine lees, still in stainless steel.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

It has a beautiful crystal-clear straw yellow color, with some greenish reflections.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it expresses the typical notes of the grape variety: tomato leaf, elderflower, boxwood, hints of citrus zest, and white flowers.

Tasting

In the mouth, it's medium-bodied, with a pleasantly fresh sip, enhanced by a nice saline vein, fresh and balanced.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Sauvignon Blanc Isonzo | Masut Da Rive ? 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 (Gorizia)

Hectares of vineyards: 28

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Since the twentieth century, the Gallo family, known as "Masùt da Rive," has been dedicated to caring for the grapes in the vineyard and exploring winemaking techniques in the cellar, expressing a know-how that respects tradition while paying attention to contemporary taste.

With 28 hectares of vineyards in the Isontino valleys stretching along the 46th parallel, at the same latitude as Burgundy, they are deeply committed to sustainability, with a strong focus on vineyard practices: they use mechanical weeding (no glyphosate-based herbicides) and utilize compressed air to remove pests, along with a sub-irrigation system. These green choices translate into grape quality and integrity in the glass. On the energy front, the winery relies on the ultimate renewable source: the sun.

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The winemaking practiced by the cellar is tailored to the specificities of each vintage. The techniques aim to preserve the characteristics of the fruit: vacuum soft pressing, yeast selection, controlled temperatures, stainless steel for whites, and high-quality French oak for reds. They also bottle only during the favorable lunar phases.

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 pure Sauvignon from Friuli, unstructured, which calls for pairings with equally light and fragrant dishes. Its exuberant aromatic notes pair well with dishes featuring herbal aromas.

Matching by contrast

The freshness of this excellent Sauvignon makes it particularly suitable for pairings with slightly oily and fatty dishes, even fried ones: it will cleanse the palate, leaving it fresh and ready for the next bite.

It pairs well with

Seafood appetizers, omelettes, vegetable risottos (especially with asparagus), and lightly cooked white meats are all excellent pairings.

Matching by concordance

A pure Sauvignon from Friuli, unstructured, which calls for pairings with equally light and fragrant dishes. Its exuberant aromatic notes pair well with dishes featuring herbal aromas.

Matching by contrast

The freshness of this excellent Sauvignon makes it particularly suitable for pairings with slightly oily and fatty dishes, even fried ones: it will cleanse the palate, leaving it fresh and ready for the next bite.

It pairs well with

Seafood appetizers, omelettes, vegetable risottos (especially with asparagus), and lightly cooked white meats are all excellent pairings.

Fried asparagus

Crisp and flavorful, with an intriguing herbal note, fried asparagus—whether white or green—is simply delicious. It's a simple spring dish that's quick to make and incredibly appetizing.

Rise with asparagus

Asparagus, with their herbaceous and slightly bitter taste, pair perfectly with rice, resulting in a dish that is soft, creamy, rich in flavors, and aromas. It's a light first course with great aromatic intensity.

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