Region: Friuli and Venezia Giulia
Township; Dolegna del Collio
Producer: Tenuta Stella
Tenuta Stella Description: Is the husband and wife team of Alberto and Erika Barbieri, dedicated to organic principles, rooted in the “ponca” soil (sedimentary marl, sandstone and marine detritus) of the Friuli Eastern Hills (250 ms. alt), and cooled by the Bora winds from the Vipacco Valley. Tenuta Stella focuses on the traditional varietals of this storied wine-producing region.
La Rosa Selections is Currently Offering:
Friuliano | Vini Bianco made from 100% Friuliano
Wine Description: Produced with TOCAI FRIULANO grapes. Wine fermented and refined in steel, it owes its longevity to the long aging on the yeasts before bottling. Fermentation is conducted by indigenous yeasts, with strict temperature control. In the glass, yellow straw with gold highlights. The aroma is full and fruity, reminiscent of citrus fruits, including the grapefruit peel and rosehip, with floral notes of violet. Slowly they give way to hints of almond typical of Friulano, well mixed with the mineral characteristics conferred by the terroir. On the palate freshness, length and persistence. Quaffable minerality. A Friulano with great structure and personality, worthy of the region.
La Rosa Selections is currently offering:
Ribbola Gialla | Vini Bianco made from 100% Ribolla Gialla
Wine Description: White wine made from 100% Ribolla Gialla. Spontaneous fermentation, 5% skin contact in the blend, vinified 60% tonneau (1st and 2nd fill) and 40% stainless steel. Golden yellow brilliantly highlighted. First, the aroma is characterized by delicate floral and fruity notes of apple and peach, then it is enriched by minerality and spice of saffron and vanilla. On the palate important varietal and acidity notes of Ribolla emerge. Opens with distinct freshness which combines with a light sour note.