COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Nebbiolo, Pinot Nero, Barbera, Dolcetto
PRODUCER
Longview Vineyards
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Longview Fresco 2021 is a red wine from Longview Vineyards in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. The wine is crafted in the spirit of Italian Vino Novello, emphasizing an accessible and fruit-forward character. It is a blend predominantly featuring Nebbiolo, complemented by Pinot Nero, Barbera, and Dolcetto. Longview Vineyards is a family-owned estate with Italian heritage, recognized for its award-winning wines in the region. The Adelaide Hills location provides a cooler climate suitable for expressing the nuances of these grape varietals.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Inspired by Italian Vino Novello, a style typically released early.
Fact 02
A blend of four Italian grape varieties, showcasing Australian interpretation.
Fact 03
Grapes are hand-harvested at dawn to capture peak freshness.
Fact 04
Family-owned winery with strong Italian roots.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Longview Fresco 2021 involves hand-harvesting grapes at their coolest point to maintain aroma. Nebbiolo and Barbera undergo whole berry fermentation to limit tannin extraction. Each varietal is cold-fermented individually and aged on fine lees. Natural malolactic fermentation is utilized to balance acidity. The wine was bottled on October 27, 2021.
