{"product_id":"emilio-bulfon-piculit-neri-venezie-2021","title":"Emilio Bulfon Piculit Neri, delle Venezie IGT, Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003eRipe blackberry, red currant, violet, and cracked black pepper unfold with remarkable depth in the 2024 Emilio Bulfon Piculit Neri, delle Venezie IGT, Italy 2024. Produced from one of Friuli's rare indigenous grape varieties, this wine reflects Emilio Bulfon's lifelong dedication to rescuing nearly forgotten native vines and returning them to cultivation. Its balance of vibrant fruit, supple structure, and varietal authenticity continues the estate's mission of preserving the viticultural heritage of Friuli Venezia Giulia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Winemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emilio Bulfon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Piculìt Neri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-textured soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand harvested in September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Destemmed fruit fermented under temperature-controlled conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaceration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 days on the skins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 15,000 bottles annually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntense aromas of ripe red berries, blueberry, blackberry, and red currant are layered with violet, red rose, and a subtle note of black pepper. The palate is round and generous, offering supple tannins and balanced acidity that frame the wine's vibrant fruit without excess weight. Structured yet approachable, it finishes with persistent notes of dark berries, gentle spice, and refined floral lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmilio Bulfon dedicated his career to identifying, propagating, and preserving rare native grape varieties from Friuli that had largely disappeared from commercial viticulture. Working alongside researchers and local growers, he successfully returned cultivars such as Piculìt Neri, Forgiarin, Sciaglin, Cjanorie, and Ucelùt to production. Today the family estate continues this work under the stewardship of the Bulfon family, producing wines that celebrate the region's unique viticultural heritage while combining traditional vineyard practices with careful modern winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at 16 to 18 degrees Celsius in a medium to large red wine glass to emphasize its aromatic complexity and supple structure. Pair with braised beef, roast lamb, venison, game birds, hearty stews, aged cheeses, or traditional Friulian frico with potatoes and onions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VinMarket Selections","offers":[{"title":"2024 \/ 750mL","offer_id":40498535530551,"sku":"","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/Emilio_Bulfon_Piculit_Neri_delle_Venezie_IGT_Italy_2024.png?v=1782856379","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/emilio-bulfon-piculit-neri-venezie-2021","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}