Underdog Grape · Italy

Refosco

Refosco is a deep, savory Friulian red that pours plum and violet over a spine of bright acid. If you like Cabernet but want more energy and a lower price, start here.

Tasting profile
Dark plum and crushed violet up front, a savory almond bitterness on the finish, and an acid line that keeps the whole thing upright.
Where it grows
Friuli, Italy
Where to buy
For specific bottles and where to buy them, read the deep dive.

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The region

Friuli, Italy

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Read the deep diveRefosco: Friuli's Dark, High-Acid Answer to Cabernet

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