# Piovene Porto Godi Vigneto Riveselle Tai Rosso (NV)

- **Producer:** Piovene Porto Godi
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tai Rosso
- **Region:** Veneto, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €14
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, cherry, strawberry, black pepper, almond

## About this wine

Produced by the Piovene Porto Godi estate in Toara di Villaga within Veneto's Colli Berici region, this red wine is made from Tai Rosso, a grape variety genetically identical to Grenache. Historical records indicate Tai Rosso was introduced to the area in the 12th century by canons from Barbarano with connections to Avignon. Piovene Porto Godi is recognized as a key champion of this grape, cultivating certified organic vineyards set in a sheltered natural amphitheater on limestone and clay soils.

## Interesting facts

- Tai Rosso is genetically identical to Grenache, introduced to the region in the 12th century.
- Uniquely for a red wine, it is traditionally paired with fish—specifically Baccalà alla vicentina.
- The vineyard soil 'Toara' takes its name from a local dialect word meaning 'good earth'.

## Food pairing

The moderate tannin structure and vibrant acidity of Tai Rosso make it exceptionally versatile. It complements traditional Veneto cured meats and white meats, while its lower tannin level allows it to famously pair with rich fish dishes like Baccalà alla vicentina without developing astringent metallic notes.

## Wine making process

The grapes are grown using certified organic viticulture in the Colli Berici DOC and harvested manually. Fermentation takes place under temperature control at 28°C in stainless steel vats, accompanied by gentle skin maceration to extract fresh red fruit notes and soft tannins. The wine matures exclusively in stainless steel tanks to maintain its vibrant primary fruit and characteristic floral freshness before bottling.