Other

Sauvignon

Russiz Superiore

Collio · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Sauvignon
Country
Italy
Region
Collio
Appellation
Collio
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled fish · seafood salads · Asian cuisine · roasted vegetables · fresh cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 201590 pts

    Crushed tomato vine, yellow stone fruit and honeydew melon aromas almost jump out of the glass. The ripe medium-bodied palate gives creamy peach and juicy apricot while notes of aromatic herb accent the finish.

  • 201490 pts

    Enticing aromas of chamomile, hay, aromatic herb, tomato vine and stone fruit lead the way. The vibrant, elegant palate shows yellow peach, grapefruit, anise sage and a hint of mineral alongside vibrant acidity.

  • 201393 pts

    Classic Sauvignon aromas of cut grass, straw, tropical fruit and crushed tomato vine mingle in the glass. The vibrant, elegant palate shows finesse and balance, delivering juicy white peach, grapefruit and green melon alongside crisp acidity.

  • 201294 pts

    It boasts classic varietal aromas of crushed tomato vine, stone fruit and honeydew melon. The palate delivers white peach, cantaloupe and mineral accented with mint, thyme and rosemary notes that give depth. An elegant, compelling wine.

  • 200988 pts

    Melon, peach, passion fruit and yellow rose open the nose of this fragrant Sauvignon from northeast Italy. The wine is compact and fresh, with a tangy lemon aftertaste that would work well with fresh seafood or sushi.