Refosco

Present in the Friuli region of NE Italy for quite possibly the last 2,000 years, Refosco has adapted to both the region’s hillside vineyards and flatter plains. Hardy enough to withstand any tumultuous fall weather, Refosco finishes ripening relatively late in the season; its intense fruit and aromatics require the time. Interestingly Refosco is related to the Teroldego grape of Trentino through their common parent grape, Marzemino.

Perfect Food Pairings for Refosco

Salame all'aceto with polenta, polenta concia, jota, stuffed pheasant, pestat di Fagagna

Sommelier Secret for Refosco

In was documented in 1390 that Refosco was the favorite wine of Augustus Caesar’s second wife, Livia.