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Italian Grapes

Friulano

Friulano

Friulano Flavors

Friulano is known for producing fresh, aromatic white wines with a distinctive character that reflects the unique terroir of Friuli.

The flavors include wild flowers, yellow apple, peach and tropical fruit, often with a distinctive almond or marzipan note, accompanied by a hint of herbs and minerals:

Apple
Apple
Peach
Peach
Grapefruit
Grapefruit
Pineapple
Pineapple
Flowers
Flowers
Almonds
Almonds
Herbs
Thyme
Minerals
Minerals

About Friulano

Friulano (aka Tocai Friulano) is primarily grown in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region in northwest Italy, particularly in the Collio and Colli Orientali del Friuli areas.

The Friuli region's climate is influenced by the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, providing a balance of warm days and cool nights, which helps preserve the grape's acidity and aromatic qualities.

Friulano thrives in a variety of soils, including marl and sandstone, which contribute to the wine's complexity and minerality.

Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Aosta

Climate

The climate in Friuli-Venezia Giulia is influenced by both the Alps and the Sea.

The Julian Alps in the north provide shelter from the cold winds, while both hot sommers and cold winters are tempered by the Adreatic Sea.

This even climate allows the grapes to develop balanced acidity and strong flavors.

Black Grapes

White Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon

15% Merlot

Sauvignon

25% Pinot Grigio
10% Friulano
10% Sauvignon Blanc


Red Wines

White Wines

Red Wine

Merlot
Pignolo
Schioppettino

Sparkling Wines:

Prosecco

White Wine

Chardonnay
Friulano
Lison DOCG
Malvasia Secco
Pinot Bianco
Pinot Grigio
Ribolla Gialla
Rosazzo DOCG
Sauvignon Blanc

Denominations

Colli Orientali del Friuli Picolit DOCG
Lison DOCG
Ramandolo DOCG
Rosazzo DOCG

Carso-Kras DOC
Collio Goriziano
Delle Venezie DOC
Friuli Annia DOC
Friuli Aquileia DOC
Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Friuli Grave DOC
Friuli Latisana DOC
Friuli Venezia Giulia DOC
Isonzo del Friuli DOC
Lison-Pramaggiore DOC
Prosecco DOC

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