Ruje Zidarich 2017
Zidarich

Ruje Zidarich 2017

60,50 
Awards
2Gambero Rosso
4Vitae AIS

Features

Denomination

Venezia Giulia IGT

Tipologia

Alcohol content

13.5 %

Format

75 cl Bottle

Filosofia produttiva

Indigenous yeasts, Natural

Additional Notes

Contains sulfites

RUJE ZIDARICH 2017 DESCRIPTION

The “Ruje” is one of the most appreciated labels from the Zidarich winery, produced in limited quantities but with a very high demand for its excellent qualities and its exciting expressiveness. We find ourselves in the heart of the Carso region of Trieste, where Benjamin Zidarich, the owner of the winery, among the plateaus and the sea, has found the perfect place for the production of macerated white wines and great red excellences.

The “Ruje” is born from the careful selection of clusters of Merlot with an addition of 15% of the indigenous Terrano, cultivated on red rock soils free from invasive treatments. Here, 8 rows of vines are driven by the Trieste bora and marine currents. Fermentation and maceration occur naturally in open vats using indigenous yeasts. The wine undergoes long aging in small, medium, and large Slavonian oak barrels for 3 years. In its production process, it is neither filtered nor clarified, showing how Zidarich has a particular attention and great respect for the nature of the place.

The “Ruje” presents itself with a ruby red color, but it does not shine like a precious stone, despite not having a high concentration. The aromatic profile has strength and elegance: mineral traits, hints of berries, notes of truffle and wet earth, and balsamic echoes give energy to the wine. The body is slimmer, but it always maintains its charm and style, giving it balance and harmony. The tannin is well-trained and the acidity fits well between the tasting lines. “Ruje” is one of the most fascinating and truthful expressions of the magnificent land of Carso.

Temperature
18°-20°C
When to open
To enjoy an artisanal wine at its best, we recommend you to let it 'breathe' at least 15-30 minutes before serving and, if necessary, to filter it to remove every possible deposit
When to drink
Wine good to drink now, but that can have a beautiful evolution after resting for a while in your cellar
Glass
Large goblet
Perfect for red wines with good structure and intensity, which need oxygenation to open up and develop their intense and complex aromas
GuideYearScoreQuote
Gambero Rosso20172 / 3High Level Wine
Vitae AIS20164 / 4Wine with an excellent stylistic and organoleptic profile

Zidarich

Foundation Year1988
Vineyard hectares10
Annual production30.000 bt
AddressLocalità Prepotto, 23 - Duino Aurisina (TS)
Zidarich

Perfect to drink with

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Game

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Ham and salami

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Aged Cheese

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Red Meat Stew

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Roasted and Grilled Meat