In the glass
Aroma: wild blueberry, iron, wild herb, violet
Palate: dark berry, iron, wild herb, fresh savoury close
Native Carso Terrano from Castelvecchio. The cellar's red on the iron-rich karst soils.
What it pairs with
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Carso prosciutto
Salt-cured Carso prosciutto and Terrano's iron-mineral signature share local identity. -
Triestine fish soup
Adriatic seafood soup and the wine's racy acidity share Triestine register. -
Wild boar pappardelle
Gamey ragu and Terrano's wild-herb register share rustic depth. -
Brovada with musetto
Friulian fermented turnip and pork sausage is the classic local pairing.
History
Native Carso Terrano from Castelvecchio. The cellar's anchor red on iron-rich karst soils.
Facts
- Producer
- Castelvecchio
- Grapes
- Terrano (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Carso
- Oak
- Fermentation in stainless steel followed by 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 14 to 22 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-8 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1990
Frequently asked about Castelvecchio Terrano
What does Castelvecchio Terrano taste like?
Wild blueberry, iron, wild herb and violet on the nose; dark berry, iron, wild herb and a fresh savoury close on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannins and racy acidity.
When should I drink Castelvecchio Terrano?
Drink 2 to 8 years from vintage. Terrano's racy acidity rewards fresh consumption.
What is Terrano?
Terrano is the signature red grape of the Carso plateau, related to the Refosco family. It takes its name from the iron-rich red karst soils.
What food pairs with Castelvecchio Terrano?
Carso prosciutto is the canonical pairing. Triestine fish soup, wild boar pappardelle, and brovada with musetto are equally strong.