Foradori ‘Sgarzon’ Teroldego 2020
Primary flavours

Blackberry

Cranberry

Fig

Plums

Red Berries

Anise

Floral

Orange Peel

Stony

Tobacco
Details
Teroldego, an ancient Trentino red grape variety first recorded in the 15th century, has been revived in recent years by Elisabetta Foradori. Sgarzon, ‘shoot’ in Trentino dialect, is sibling to her Morei. Sgarzon is lighter and has bright floral notes, but both single vineyard wines are marked by freshness and fine tannins, dark red fruits and a dry, stony edge that imbues elegance. They are pure and persistent, and need time in your glass to open!
Elisabetta Foradori is considered one of the most influential winemakers in the world. Her winery is situated in the cool hills of Trentino in northern Italy, and a landscape of extraordinary beauty. Her focus is on the indigenous grapes Nosiola and Teroldego, with Foradori’s examples being amidst some of the best in the world. Since 2002 Elisabetta has farmed her land using biodynamic principles, and her winemaking remains ‘natural’ with very little intervention. Today her children Emilio, Theo and Myrtha oversee the smooth running of the winery, supported by Elisabetta. Foradori wines are artisanal in the true sense of the word; naturally fermented, and aged in various vessels according to their needs: stainless steel for freshness, cement to regulate temperature, or Spanish clay tinajas (amphorae) for their energy and ability for the wine to reconnect with the earth. These wines are scarce and highly sought-after by collectors and wine lovers across the globe. They are truly unique, original wines of personality and purpose, and the Good Pair Days team is very excited to have them on board.
Elisabetta Foradori is considered one of the most influential winemakers in the world. Her winery is situated in the cool hills of Trentino in northern Italy, and a landscape of extraordinary beauty. Her focus is on the indigenous grapes Nosiola and Teroldego, with Foradori’s examples being amidst some of the best in the world. Since 2002 Elisabetta has farmed her land using biodynamic principles, and her winemaking remains ‘natural’ with very little intervention. Today her children Emilio, Theo and Myrtha oversee the smooth running of the winery, supported by Elisabetta. Foradori wines are artisanal in the true sense of the word; naturally fermented, and aged in various vessels according to their needs: stainless steel for freshness, cement to regulate temperature, or Spanish clay tinajas (amphorae) for their energy and ability for the wine to reconnect with the earth. These wines are scarce and highly sought-after by collectors and wine lovers across the globe. They are truly unique, original wines of personality and purpose, and the Good Pair Days team is very excited to have them on board.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, some fruitiness, medium tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Trentino
country
Italy
Grape type
Teroldego
Wine Maker
Foradori
Alcohol
12.5%
Vintage
2020
Cellar period
5-10 years
Production method
Amphora Aged
Pairing guide
Foradori's famous Teroldego is everything we can wish for from this wonderfully versatile, silky, and elegant red wine variety. It’s going to pair so well with rich and juicy red meats, including pan-roasted duck breast, leaner beef steaks, leg of lamb and lamb shanks, and richer game meats like venison. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Seared tuna and roasted salmon are top fishy matches for this wine, belly pork with crackling is going to work wonders, as are Mediterranean vegetables, mushrooms, cheese dishes, tomato pasta sauces, meat or vegetable pies, tomato-based Indian curries, and much, much more besides!
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Food

Braised Beef

Cured Meat

Antipasti
Tastes

Earthy

Complex
Moods

Romantic
Seasons

Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region

Trentino, Italy
Trentino is located in the north of Italy and is part of the broader wine region of Trentino- Alto Aldige. The region borders Lombardy to the west and Austria to the north. Known for producing delicious red wines like Teroldego, and white wines like Nosiola, this region has a unique alpine climate that allows grapes to ripen perfectly. The soils vary, from sandy to clay, giving the wines unique characteristics. There is also a distinctly German feel here with varieties like Müller-Thurgau grown here.
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