2020 Eugenio Collavini- Collio DOC Broy (750ml)

Sourced from the steep, limestone-rich slopes of Friuli’s Collio zone, the 2020 Eugenio Collavini Broy highlights the indigenous Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso grape, locally referred to as Broy. Early harvesting preserves the variety’s signature brightness, yielding a pale ruby wine that opens with aromas of tart cherry, damp soil, and dried wild herbs. The palate builds on this foundation with fresh strawberry and raspberry notes, layered with a faint peppery lift and firm, grainy tannins that feel polished rather than aggressive. Crisp natural acidity cuts through the mid-palate, leaving a dry, mineral-driven finish that keeps the wine structured yet highly approachable.

Serve this bottling slightly cooler than typical red-serving guidelines, ideally around fifty-four to fifty-six degrees Fahrenheit, to emphasize its floral and earthy nuances. The lean tannin profile and vivid acidity make it exceptionally versatile at the table. It complements earth-forward dishes like wild mushroom risotto, herb-stuffed grilled branzino, or traditional Friulian preparations such as slow-roasted lamb shoulder and cured salami. The wine also transitions smoothly into lighter fare, pairing cleanly with roasted root vegetables, chunky tomato pastas, or a cheese board featuring aged pecorino and nutty almonds. Packaged in a standard 750 mL bottle, the 2020 Collavini is produced without prolonged skin contact or heavy oak influence, delivering a transparent, food-ready expression of its northern Italian terroir.