The best wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia.
A seventy years long love ... with grandfather Daniele that on 6th February 1930 purchases the central body of the Venica company, the farmhouse with the surrounding vineyards. From 1930 to our days, in the name of a harmonious generational change, 70 years of dedication, sacrifices and achievements have been spent, in a synergistic relationship between the charming Collio and the constant, unceasing love for the vineyards and the grapes.
Gianni, Georgio and Giampaolo Venica are autochthonous winemakers that estimate and engage in enhancing their own traditions with continuous research and innovation: "Our effort is also directed to understand and know the characteristics of the many microclimates present in our property in order to create a mosaic of the diversities of the various sites".
DORO PRINCIC grabbed, at the beginning of the 60s, the first stimuli that the new born Consortium of the COLLIO DOC Wines – Count Douglas ATTEMS in the lead – offered, in terms of quality of grapes and wines of the future, especially for the great white wines, represented by a bottle. Intelligent, serious as a few are, and attentive to every innovation, he was one of the first to focus on bottling and to study in depth the adaptability to the soils of Pradis (marl and sandstone) of French grape varieties such as Pinot Blanc and Sauvignon, without denying his beloved Friulian Tocai. With the wisdom of always, accentuated after the fateful 80th birthday, DORO has been able to gradually hand over the reins to his son Alessandro, who grew up harmoniously beside him and with whom he still lives, in health and lucidity, “pampered” as befits a “grand old man” by the good feelings of his daughter–in–law, Maria Grazia, and his grandson CARLO, student of oenology in Cividale del Friuli and, therefore, the guarantor of the technical future of the “DORO PRINCIC” company, a model business that keeps in its BRAND and in its label the name of the founder.
The company was founded in 2004 by an idea of Gianni Del Fabbro who, after having studied the craft art with the help of a famous and very qualified vinegrower of Friuli, decided to dedicate himself to vinegrowing and winemaking.
Before it was a passion cultived to spend his free time, but over the months and the years it has become a daily commitment that involves the entire family and in particular his son Lodovico, who collaborates in toto with him in the business made of detail–oriented care in pruning and management of vineyards, od accurate and strictly organic controls with regard to the work of vinification. The production is made respecting the extension of vineyards, as he prefers quality in spite of quantity in production. The name Ronc di Vico is a dedication to his paternal grandfather, to which he was very fond.
Azienda Agricola Ronchi Di Manzano S.N.C. is a winery that prides itself on producing high-quality wines using traditional winemaking techniques handed down from generation to generation. The winery's philosophy is to maintain a deep connection to the land, and they are committed to sustainable viticulture practices. Their wines are known for their complex flavor profiles and balance, and they have won numerous awards for their exceptional quality.
Volpe Pasini, in the heart of the Doc Colli Orientali del Friuli area, has been considered an excellent wine producer since the time of the splendor of the Serenissima’s government and certainly one of
the oldest in the North East of Italy.
The company’s core, with its offices and wine cellars, consists of a manor house, whose original structure dates back to 1596, and a beautiful complex of buildings that surrounds the villa itself. Inside the property of 20 thousand square meters, moreover, there are also the park and a small vineyard of Ribolla Gialla, reminiscent of the company’s oenological vocation.
The first documents testifying with certainty the wine production on the property date back to the seventeenth century. The company, since then, has always expressed a purely agricultural vocation, that in the second half of the twentieth century has became more and more exclusively of wines.
In the 70s, along with a few other "producers pioneers", the Volpe Pasini company led the oenology of Friuli in Italy and in the world and, going out from the logic of wine in the carboy, concentrated its energies in qualitative research of excellence and explored new opportunities in international markets (especially German and the U.S.A.).
Currently, Volpe Pasini sells 50% of its products abroad, through a solid and over thirty years old commercial network.
The company today presents itself more lively and competitive than before, having found, thanks to the new property, those solid foundations and that innovative willingness that they made of it, over the decades, one of the most important in Friuli Venezia Giulia.
A fairly recent story but that has certainly led to success his protagonist: Dorino Livon, to make him one of the most established and well–known wine producers in Friuli. A story, however, which has its origins in a passion and a family tradition: love for his land, Friuli, in particular for the extreme edge that represents the last bastion of Italy to Eastern Europe: Collio and the Eastern Hills of Friuli.
In 1964 Dorino Livon purchased the first plot of land in the hills of Collio and then, little by little, added others. In this way, year after year, Livon Farm grew. At the same time, he developed the project to build his own fully equipped winery with the most advanced technology systems.
It dates back to the early eighties, even after the entrance in the company of the two sons of Dorino: Valneo and Tonino, the decision to diversify the production of wines that, while maintaining high quality, could develop two different strategic concepts.
The Cru wines, with limited production, that were obtained from particularly suited vineyards with both agricultural and oenological processings, highly selected, and classic wines, that were destined to develop in an important way, even in quantity, in the mid/high end of the market.
The principles of organization and production at the base of the results obtained were: reducing the amount obtained per hectare, more pruning court, the thickening of the already existing vineyards, the planting of new vineyards with a large number of plants per hectare and the creation of two distinct wineries.
The winery of "Masarotte" was used as the center of the vinification of the whole production of the Cru line and of the maturation in barrels of the white wines from the same line; the winery of "Venc", for the maturation, both in barriques and in barrels, of all red wines.
The following decade, consequently, was characterized by the consolidation of what had been previously set and the estanblishment of Valneo and Tonino as natural receivers of the inheritance of their father.
The company’s following strategic turning point occurred during the five year period from 1992 to 1997 when, realizing that in order to remain competitive in a market where scenarios were rapidly changing, the Livon family decided to buy three farms, two of these, Villa Chiopris and Roncalto Estate, are situated in Friuli, while Borgo Salcetino Farm is located in Tuscany in the Chianti Classico area.
In 2001, the Livon family completed the range of production with the purchase of Col Santo Farm, located in the town of Bevagna (PG) in the DOCG Montefalco. In 2008, after a long period of renovation, the former Locanda Villa Chiopris regained its former glory.
Customers are offered services of B&B, events and tastings, with relaxing moments surrounded by vineyards and a secular park, where on the edge of a beautiful pool you breath a charming fragrance of lavender. A comprehensive strategy for the company, therefore, highly diversified across five different brands, with over 200 hectares of vineyards: Livon, Roncalto Estate, and Villa Chiopris (Friuli) Borgo Salcetino (Tuscany) Col Santo Farm (Umbria) with products intended to cover, with their placements, different market segments.
Borgo San Daniele is a family-run winery focused on producing high-quality, organic wines using traditional methods. Their vineyards are carefully managed to ensure only the best grapes are harvested for their wines, which are then aged in oak barrels for optimal flavor and complexity. The winery prides itself on a deep respect for the land, and their commitment to sustainable agriculture is evident in every bottle.
Boris Skerk, together with his family, in the ancient understanding between man and nature, devote himself, with a deep sense of belonging to the territory, to the cultivation of high–density vines and, taking the cue from the ancient viticulture techniques, focus on the cultivation of those native varieties, such as Terrano, Vitovska and Malvasia, which through the centuries have proven to be able to ensure the best results in that land and climate.
A couple of years ago a new winery opened, entirely underground, which ensures the highest functionality – vineyards do the rest of the job. Our great advantage consists of the opportunity to draw on three different terroirs, to say, Rosazzo, Buttrio and Rocca Bernarda.
The Vinifications are always separated, initially, also to make statistical surveys useful for a more specific consciousness to each area and grape variety. Only after, we perform blendings on the basis of the various types. Rosazzo has a warmer microclimate, almost Mediterranean, so much so that even olive trees grow here. The sea, rather close, causes undoubted beneficial effects, at the expense, perhaps, of the temperature range, not too pronounced. In Rosazzo, in effect, we grow most of our red grapes and wines are large, powerful, energetic.
Among the white grapes, Tocai Friulano finds its space, taking from the color of the hills of Rosazzo the originality of character that sets it apart. We focus on red wines bluntly, both to continue down the path already started with Ronco dei Roseti (first red wine from Friuli awarded with 3 Glasses by the Gambero Rosso Guide in the year 1988), and to experiment with the possibilities given by native vines such as Pignolo and Refosco. In fact, one of our goals, is exactly to employ native grapes to produce wines of real personality, of not easy uniformity.
It should be considered that the 55 hectares of vines we own, including properties and rentals, as much as 40% is occupied by varieties of red grapes, definitely a percentage above the regional average. This does not mean, of course, to leave out white wines, that are an indispensable basis for our justified ambitions. In fact, even about white wines, our philosophy follows a consistent path and in line with the choices operated in the “red sector”. Although these varieties are of international footprint, even well rooted in the Friuli area, such as Sauvignon and Pinot Grigio, the greatest hopes and attention focus on native grapes.
Damijan Podeversic’s wines are among the most special and representative expressions of Collio Goriziano.
Natural wines, produced from grapes grown according to the rules of biodynamic agriculture, selected and vinified according to the most careful naturalness. Aged in large casks and then in bottle for at least two years. These wines are intense, elegant and at the same time very drinkable. They are representative of the territory where they come from.
Castello di Spessa is a charming winery that embodies a rich history and passion for producing high-quality wines. With sprawling vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see, this winery is the perfect destination for wine connoisseurs and history buffs alike. The winery boasts an exquisite selection of wines, which have received numerous accolades over the years for their unique flavor profiles and superior quality. Complemented perfectly by stunning views of the surrounding countryside, Castello di Spessa is an enchanting destination that promises an unforgettable experience for anyone who visits.
That of Dario Raccaro is a historical company. Founded in 1928, managed first by his grandfather and then by his father, initially had only a small vineyard and a stable for the animals. From the eighties onwards, Dario has marked a productive shift in the company: he rented a few hectares of vineyard, and abandoned the less profitable crops, to focus almost exclusively on wine. Of him was also the decision to plant Pinot Gray and Sauvignon to create the excellent Collio Bianco.
At the beginning of the nineties the market of Malvasia and Tocai was not as good as today, but Dario has never stopped believing strongly in these varieties and to enhance them. So much so that some of the most flattering recognition by the critics came right on the typical Tocai. Raccaro is also the president of the municipal winehouse of Cormons, which over the years has become a reference point for all producers of Collio and promotional vehicle of primary importance for this extreme eastern tip of the peninsula.
The Rodaro family love to define themselves Farmers of Spessa, as they consider a boast, in the third millennium, to be the proud holders of the title of farmers. And with this feature they have been able to fit into the modern mechanisms of the farm industry, without having abdicated to the traditions of their homeland. They have not lost touch with their territory and with the culture tied to it, to avoid the risk of deviating from the true characteristics of the product: wines that do not have to sacrifice their typicality to the trends of the moment.
Then, the techniques of Batonage to produce evolution white wines, the over–ripening of the grapes in the cellar for important red wines or the slow drying for Piccolit, do not affect the characteristics of the territory and the typicality of each wine, especially those made from native grape varieties. The ongoing research is useful to fuse together history as bearer of tradition and the future, seen as innovation, without losing anything over time. And history is present in the Rodaro farm with a particular date: 23 March 1846, Kingdom of Lombardy–Venetia; since then they began to talk about the Rodaro family as small farmers and wine producers.
The big changes came in the years between 1960 and 1970 thanks to the commitment of the brothers Luigi and Edo, who were able to transform the small farm in one of the most popular and large wineries of the eastern hills of Friuli. On this road, the work of consolidation of the company continues, and the acquisition of the Conte Romano estate is the latest example of this way of working. The company currently owns about 108 hectares of land and, out of these, 40 are cultivated with vines with an average annual production of 200,000 bottles of fine wine.
Azienda Agricola Ronchi is a family-run winery that produces high-quality wines using traditional methods combined with modern technology. Their vineyards are carefully tended to by skilled viticulturists, and the grapes are hand-harvested to ensure optimal ripeness and flavor. The winery's focus on sustainability and respect for the environment is reflected in their use of organic and biodynamic practices. The resulting wines are elegant, complex, and expressive, with a true sense of terroir.
Azienda Agricola Le Due Terre is a family-owned winery that specializes in producing high-quality organic wines. Their vineyards are located in a pristine natural environment and the grapes are grown using sustainable farming practices. The winery combines traditional techniques with modern technology to produce unique and flavorful wines that reflect the character and terroir of the region. The estate also offers tours and tastings for visitors to learn about their winemaking process and philosophy.
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Località Cerò, 8 34070
Dolegna del Collio (Gorizia)
A seventy years long love ... with grandfather Daniele that on 6th February 1930 purchases the central body of the Venica company, the farmhouse with the surrounding vineyards. From 1930 to our...
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Località Pradis, 5 34071
Cormons (Gorizia)
DORO PRINCIC grabbed, at the beginning of the 60s, the first stimuli that the new born Consortium of the COLLIO DOC Wines – Count Douglas ATTEMS in the lead – offered, in terms of quality of...
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Via Centrale, 5 33040
Povoletto (Udine)
The company was founded in 2004 by an idea of Gianni Del Fabbro who, after having studied the craft art with the help of a famous and very qualified vinegrower of Friuli, decided to dedicate...
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Via Orsaria, 42 33044
Manzano (Udine)
Azienda Agricola Ronchi Di Manzano S.N.C. is a winery that prides itself on producing high-quality wines using traditional winemaking techniques handed down from generation to generation. The...
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Via Cividale, 16 33040
Torreano (Udine)
Volpe Pasini, in the heart of the Doc Colli Orientali del Friuli area, has been considered an excellent wine producer since the time of the splendor of the Serenissima’s government and certainly...
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Via Montarezza, 33 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
A fairly recent story but that has certainly led to success his protagonist: Dorino Livon, to make him one of the most established and well–known wine producers in Friuli. A story, however,...
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Via S. Daniele, 28 34071
Cormons (Gorizia)
Borgo San Daniele is a family-run winery focused on producing high-quality, organic wines using traditional methods. Their vineyards are carefully managed to ensure only the best grapes are...
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Loc. Prepotto, 20 34011
Duino Aurisina (Trieste)
Boris Skerk, together with his family, in the ancient understanding between man and nature, devote himself, with a deep sense of belonging to the territory, to the cultivation of high–density...
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Via Abate Corrado, 55 33044
Manzano (Udine)
A couple of years ago a new winery opened, entirely underground, which ensures the highest functionality – vineyards do the rest of the job. Our great advantage consists of the opportunity to...
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Via Brigata Pavia, 61 34170
Gorizia (Gorizia)
Damijan Podeversic’s wines are among the most special and representative expressions of Collio Goriziano.Natural wines, produced from grapes grown according to the rules of biodynamic...
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Via Spessa, 1 34070
Capriva del Friuli (Gorizia)
Castello di Spessa is a charming winery that embodies a rich history and passion for producing high-quality wines. With sprawling vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see, this winery is...
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Via San Giovanni, 87 34071
Cormons (Gorizia)
That of Dario Raccaro is a historical company. Founded in 1928, managed first by his grandfather and then by his father, initially had only a small vineyard and a stable for the animals. From the...
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via Cormons, 60 33040
Cividale del Friuli (Udine)
The Rodaro family love to define themselves Farmers of Spessa, as they consider a boast, in the third millennium, to be the proud holders of the title of farmers. And with this feature they have...
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Via Cialla, 47 33040
Prepotto (Udine)
Azienda Agricola Ronchi is a family-run winery that produces high-quality wines using traditional methods combined with modern technology. Their vineyards are carefully tended to by skilled...
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Via Roma, 68/b 33040
Prepotto (Udine)
Azienda Agricola Le Due Terre is a family-owned winery that specializes in producing high-quality organic wines. Their vineyards are located in a pristine natural environment and the grapes are...
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