Skerk 'Ograde'
IT642-20
Azienda Agricola Skerk
Skerk 'Ograde'
Friuli-Venezia Giulia , Italy
| Type: | Still Orange Wine |
| Varietals: | 25% Vitovska, 25% Malvasia, 25% Sauvignon, 25% Pinot Grigio |
| Region: | Friuli-Venezia Giulia , Carso |
| Vineyard Size: | 7 ha |
| Planted: | 1997, 2007 |
| Farming Methods: | Hand harvested |
| Soil: | gravelly soils |
| Climate: | The vines are born on the hills of the Karst, in an arid, red and stony land, rich in limestone and iron components. We are located a few kilometers from the sea. |
| Fermentation: | Ripe grapes are transported to the cellar when they ferment with wild yeasts and undergo maceration with the skins for at least 15 days. |
| Elevage: | The refinement is carried out in oak barrels of different capacities for at least 24 months and then in the bottle for another 5 months |
| ABV | 14.0% | SO2 | 15 mg/l | Size | 750ml |
ABOUT THIS BOTTLE
The predominantly limestone soils of Carso lend Skerk’s signature blend its symphony of aromas. From candied citrus fruits, caramel, and orange marmalade to chestnut honey, pine resin, and Mediterranean herbs this unique skin-contact blend offers a prismatic translation of its terroir.
