A RED GRAPE
Refosco
What Refosco tastes like
Refosco is a red grape that appears in 6 of the appellations in our table. Where it is grown at its best known, the style is described this way: vibrant, mineral-driven whites and elegant, food-friendly reds showcasing freshness and precision.
Where Refosco grows
Our appellations table names Refosco in 6 wine regions. The ones with the most wines in our database are Venezia Giulia (Italy), Colli Orientali del Friuli (Italy), Friuli (Italy), Friuli Colli Orientali (Italy), Colli Orientali (Italy) and Istria (Croatia).
How the place changes the glass
- Venezia Giulia (Italy): Vibrant, mineral-driven whites and elegant, food-friendly reds showcasing freshness and precision. Climate: cool to temperate with Alpine influences.
- Colli Orientali del Friuli (Italy): Elegant, mineral-focused whites and structured reds with fresh acidity and complexity. Climate: cool continental with Alpine influence.
- Friuli (Italy): Fresh, fruit-forward whites with crisp acidity; lighter reds with aromatic character. Climate: mediterranean-continental blend, moderate.
- Friuli Colli Orientali (Italy): Fresh, mineral-driven whites and elegant, food-friendly reds with acidity-driven character. Climate: temperate continental with Mediterranean influences.
What to eat with Refosco
- In Venezia Giulia: Seafood, light pasta, prosciutto, fresh cheeses, vegetable antipasti.
- In Colli Orientali del Friuli: Prosciutto, risotto, grilled fish, light pasta, aged cheeses.
- In Friuli: Seafood pasta, grilled fish, prosciutto, light risotto.
Refosco in our cellar
The appellations above account for about 513 Refosco wines in the Sommurai database, which is how we know which regions pour it most.
Grapes to try next
If you like Refosco, these red grapes are worth a glass: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Grenache and Cabernet Franc.
Quick answers
Where is Refosco grown?
Our appellations table names Refosco in 6 wine regions, including Venezia Giulia (Italy), Colli Orientali del Friuli (Italy), Friuli (Italy), Friuli Colli Orientali (Italy) and Colli Orientali (Italy).
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