4. Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Friuli-Venezia Giulia is one of Italy's most important regions for producing characterful white wines. Between the Collio, Karst, and Isonzo rivers, the landscape is incredibly diverse: the Ponca hills, rocky plateaus battered by the Bora wind, and coastal areas. Here, wines with intense minerality, saline notes, and often maceration are produced, thanks in part to Slovenian influence and the tradition of natural winemaking. Indigenous grape varieties like Vitovska and Malvasia coexist with international varieties, which are interpreted in a profoundly territorial way. Many winemakers employ spontaneous fermentation and extended aging, emphasizing the authenticity and identity of the terroir. The result is complex, profound wines of great energy.
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Ska 2022 (Vitovska)
€63
Pietra
A fresh, spicy white wine characterized by notes of Mediterranean herbs, citrus fruits, and wet stone. Spontaneous fermentation preserves the authentic, saline profile of Vitovska. The vines grow in the karst region, between limestone cliffs and the strong Bora winds.
Malvazja 2022 (Malvazja)
€65
Pietra
An intense and aromatic Malvasia with notes of white flowers, medicinal herbs, and orange peel. Minimal intervention during winemaking allows it to retain its vibrant character and drinkability. It is produced on calcareous karst soils overlooking the Adriatic Sea.
Chardonnay 2018 (Chardonnay)
€75
Terpin
An intense and aromatic Malvasia with notes of white flowers, medicinal herbs, and orange peel. Minimal intervention during winemaking allows it to retain its vibrant character and drinkability. It is produced on calcareous karst soils overlooking the Adriatic Sea.
Sauvignon 2015 (Sauvignon Blanc)
€75
Terpin
A complex and mature Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of herbs, tropical fruits, and flint. Its long aging gives it depth without sacrificing vibrancy and freshness. The vines grow on the airy hills of the Collio Goriziano.
Bianco Trebez 2017 (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio)
€78
Dario Princic
A complex and mature Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of herbs, tropical fruits, and flint. Its long aging gives it depth without sacrificing vibrancy and freshness. The vines grow on the airy hills of the Collio Goriziano.
Jakot 2018 (Tocai Friulano)
Dario Princic
An intense and full-bodied white wine characterized by notes of dried fruit, honey, and candied citrus. The extended maceration on the skins underscores its structure and complexity. Tocai Friulano grapes grow on the hills of Oslavia, which are subject to significant temperature fluctuations.
Bianco Favola 2016 (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Ribolla Gialla)
€115
Dario Princic
A profound, complex white wine with notes of ripe fruit, herbs, and spices. This blend of different grape varieties ferments spontaneously and matures over a long period. The Ponca soils impart a strong minerality and a long finish.
Ograde 2020 (Vitovska, Sauvignon Blanc, Malvasia, Pinot Grigio)
€85
Skerk
An elegant, saline white wine characterized by notes of citrus, dried flowers, and subtle iodine. It ferments spontaneously, with short macerations adding complexity and texture. The vineyards are located in the Trieste Karst region, between limestone and sea breezes.
Vitovska 2017 (Vitovska)
A simple, mineral Vitovska with aromas of wet stone, dried herbs, and citrus fruits. Spontaneous fermentation and extended aging lend it additional depth and complexity. It comes from extreme karst vineyards cultivated on limestone.
€90
Vodopivec
Lethe Malvasia 2018 (Malvasia Istriana)
An elegant, Mediterranean Malvasia with notes of aromatic maquis, orange peel, and sea salt. It ferments spontaneously and matures in open barrels. The airy climate and calcareous soil give it great freshness.
€95
Benjamino Zidarich
Vitovska Collezione Riserva Carso
2015
(Vitovska)
€75
Benjamino Zidarich
A profound and complex white wine characterized by notes of medicinal herbs, almonds, and flint. Long aging underscores its structure while maintaining precision and linearity. The vines take root in the limestone of the karst region.
Ribolla Gialla 2013 (Ribolla Gialla)
€155
Gravner
An intense and multifaceted Ribolla Gialla with aromas of tea, dried apricots, and resin. The long maceration in amphorae lends it depth and great aging potential. The 2013 vintage displays a mature and complex balance and is ideal to enjoy now.
Ribolla Gialla 2014 Magnum
(Ribolla Gialla)
€350
Gravner
A crisp and straightforward Ribolla Gialla, characterized by citrus and spice notes, along with subtle oxidative nuances. Vinified in amphorae and aged for an extended period, it retains its energy despite the cooler vintage. The magnum bottle allows for a slow, gradual development that is still ongoing.
Ribolla Gialla 2015 (Ribolla Gialla)
€165
Gravner
A full-bodied and bright white wine with notes of yellow fruit, honey, and dried herbs. Spontaneous fermentation and maceration in clay vessels shape its rich and profound profile. The 2015 vintage is more open and full-bodied, yet still possesses great aging potential.