Sauvignon Petruss – Ferruccio Sgubin – 2020

The wine Sauvignon Petruss by Ferruccio Sgubin

The Sauvignon Petruss from the Ferruccio Sgobin winery comes from Sauvignon grapes, cultivated in two distinct areas of the estate. The first vineyard, about 35 years old, is situated on soil known as flisch di Cormons, which features alternating layers of Eocene Marl and sandstone. The second vineyard is a few kilometres away, located on a Pleistocene hill and referred to as Flisch di Grivò.

The Petruss project includes reserve wines from the Sgubin winery and aims to enhance the terroir and the richness of nuances of the Collio Friulano.

The winery has been certified organic (BIO) since 2023, and it has practised sustainable cultivation in previous years, with a particular focus on the protection of bees.

THE WINEMAKING

About fifteen days before the harvest, some of the bunches on the plant get thinned to promote the development of aromatic compounds. The harvest is conducted entirely by hand when the grapes achieve the ideal balance of sugars and acidity. Once the grapes are in the cellar, the winemaking begins with skin maceration, followed by gentle pressing. The must ferments at a controlled temperature of 16°C in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged for 50% in steel “sur lies”  and  50% in oak barrels of 500 liters. After blending and bottling, it rests in the cellar for a few additional months before being released to the market.

Tasting the wine by Ferruccio Sgubin winery

Pale straw yellow, the aroma is pleasantly fruity, featuring green apples that blend with hints of exotic fruits. It also carries light notes of chamomile, finishing with hints of honey and buttery sensations. It is soft and enveloping on the palate, with a refreshing quality that invites you to take another sip. It has good persistence, and in the finish, you can detect the characteristic note of tomato leaf typical of this grape variety.

FOOD PAIRINGS

An excellent aperitif, this Sauvignon pairs well with fish, white meats, and medium-aged cheeses. It is also a good match for cured meats.

THE WINERY

The winery was founded in 1960 when Ferruccio Sgubin fell in love with the Mernico Hill in Dolegna del Collio, located in Friuli Venezia Giulia. This marked the beginning of his winemaking journey. It is a family-run business that has been cultivating plots, parcels, and crus with rich histories for over 60 years… keep reading