In the glass
Aroma: black pepper, wild blueberry, violet, wild herb
Palate: red cherry, black pepper bite, savoury herb, fresh close
Native Friulian Schioppettino from Ronchi di Manzano. Schioppettino was nearly extinct in the 1970s before the village of Prepotto saved it; the wine's signature is its black-pepper bite.
What it pairs with
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Wild boar pappardelle
Gamey ragu and black-pepper Schioppettino share savoury depth. -
Cevapcici
Spiced grilled minced meat and peppery Schioppettino lock together. -
Roast lamb with herbs
Herbed lamb and Schioppettino's wild herb register share long depth. -
Polenta with sausage ragu
Friulian polenta and savoury Schioppettino are a classic Cividale pairing.
History
Native Friulian Schioppettino from Ronchi di Manzano. The grape was nearly extinct in the 1970s before a 1976 Prepotto village decree authorised replanting; today Ronchi di Manzano and others bottle it as Colli Orientali DOC.
- 1976 — Village of Prepotto authorises Schioppettino replanting after near extinction
Facts
- Producer
- Ronchi di Manzano
- Grapes
- Schioppettino (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Friuli Colli Orientali
- Oak
- Fermentation in stainless steel followed by 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 16 to 26 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1990
Frequently asked about Ronchi di Manzano Schioppettino
What does Ronchi di Manzano Schioppettino taste like?
Black pepper, wild blueberry, violet and wild herb on the nose; red cherry, black pepper bite, savoury herb and a fresh close on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannin and high acidity.
When should I drink Ronchi di Manzano Schioppettino?
Drink 2 to 10 years from vintage. Schioppettino integrates beautifully in the medium term.
What is Schioppettino?
Schioppettino is a native Friulian red grape from the village of Prepotto. The variety nearly went extinct in the 1970s before a 1976 village decree authorised replanting.
What food pairs with Ronchi di Manzano Schioppettino?
Wild boar pappardelle is the canonical pairing. Cevapcici, roast lamb with herbs, and polenta with sausage ragu are equally strong.