Friulano is a popular variety in Collio. It was called Tocai Friulano before 2007. The name was changed when Hungary, home of the famous sweet wine, Tokaji, joined the European Union and successfully laid claim to the name. Freshly harvested grapes, including small portion of grapes that have undergone cold maceration, were fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel for 10 days. After the grapes were fermented, the wine remained on fine lees, the expired yeast cells, until spring when the wine is bottled. The color is a golden yellow with orange tints from skins and the wine is smooth as silk from lees contact. Enjoy with grilled seafood or a simple pasta.
Tenuta Borgo Conventi, Collio DOC (Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy) Friulano 2021
By Rebecca Murphy