Franconia or Blaufrankischis a variety which was firstly originated in Austria or, more likely, in Slovenia. It is well known also with his German name: Limbergher. Nowdays this variety is cultivated in Austria and all the wine-growing areas of the preexistent Austro-Hungarian Empire. In Italy, instead, is cultivated in Friuli Venezia Giulia, that has always been influenced by the charming east European tradition e also in Lombardia from Cavaga’s busuness. Cavaga in this sense, is a precursor in the area of this noble type of cultivation. The grape is handpicked using 20 kg boxes, when it has achieved the phenolic maturity and vinifies in stainless-steel tanks. The fermentation process takes 10 days and give the whine elegance and longevity. Then it ages in French oak barrels for 4 years and then rest in our wine cellar for other 12 months.
