The best wineries in San Giovanni al Natisone.
Azienda Ronco del Gnemiz does not love fashions nor trends and has worked for years to refine the results obtained, sometimes in captivity, with tenacity and stubbornness. At Azienda Ronco del Gnemiz they are like their wines: austere but true.
The company is located in the eastern hills of Friuli, one of the valuable DOC of Friuli Venezia Giulia, in one of the most beautiful hilly areas that embrace the Abbey of Rosazzo. You are captivated by this landcape: many terraced vineyards, not far from the sea, that receive gentle breezes and filtered brightness.
The Cantarutti company was founded in the late 60s, just at the time when the viticulture and the oenology of Friuli began to talk about themselves. It was the foresight of Alfieri Cantarutti which convinced him to believe and invest in these now famous hills; thanks to the enthusiasm of that period and to the bond to traditions, the company now boasts 54 hectares, all planted with vines; those same feelings were transmitted to his daughter Antonella, who together with her husband Fabrizio runs the company; Antonella deals with determination and perseverance with the commercial and administrative tasks, while Fabrizio engages in production, harvesting and winemaking. In addition to careful and cautious varietal choices, very accurate works in the countryside are implemented, combined with sophisticated winemaking techniques that lead the company to the production of wines of particular value, appreciated on the national and international markets. The style is increasingly recognized and the personal strong mark, along with an enthusiast, knowledgeable and motivated staff, allows the company to grow and constantly improve.
Among the wines, in addition to the already known Pinot Gris, Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, together with the native Ribolla Gialla, Tocai Friulano, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, Schioppettino and Pignolo, you can find Pinot Noir, real pride and untouchable gem of the company, with which they obtain, in alternate vintages, stunning red grapes for red wine making or the sparkling wine making of two vintages: EPILOGO and PROLOGO. In 1999, while in the markets the presence of POEMA (a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon) had already established, there was a first sign of change: Antonella launched in the national and international market her wine: CANTO, consisting of the union of Tocai Friulano, Pinot Blanc and Sauvignon. Since June 2003, other two selections Grand Cru were produced: PINOT GRIS RONCO SAN MICHELE and MERLOT RONCO SAN MICHELE, flagships on the international scene. In 2006 it was the turn of THE SPIRIT OF GHOST. Not to forget, and to remember, one of the best white wines from Friuli: TOCAI FRIULANO.
The philosophy of producing more and more personal and extraordinary wines went on with the 2005 vintage, when the collaboration with an American company specialized in the use of refrigeration and its applications began: the result of this project, the TERRE DI ROSAZZO line of excellence, was presented to the market and to the press in the early spring of 2008.
The annual production is of about 130,000 bottles; the domestic market is maintained by a network of agents, while the international one (Canada, U.S., Japan, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Portugal, Scotland, Switzerland), takes advantage of the collaboration of attentive and capable importers, which ensure a steady growth and an increasing and more and more prestigious presence.
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.
La Duline is the toponym of the two hectares where the eldest vineyards in the municipality of San Giovanni al Natisone are located.
From here we started in 1997 looking for harmony between our history and that of the territory that enables us to express ourselves in a creative way.
Now the company covers nearly six hectares located between the plains and the different expressions of the hill: different sites that offer to our wines complexity and complementary shades.
Salvatore Martusciello Wines produces high-quality wines that showcase the unique characteristics of the region's grapes. The winery focuses on traditional winemaking techniques and sustainable practices to create exquisite wines that are enjoyed by wine enthusiasts around the world. With a deep respect for the land and a passion for winemaking, Salvatore Martusciello Wines is committed to producing extraordinary wines that reflect the history and culture of the region.
Cantina Spumanti Comitissa Martini Lorenz is a picturesque winery that produces sparkling wines with a delicate and refreshing taste. Their wines are made with traditional methods and high-quality grapes grown in lush vineyards. The winery is known for its commitment to sustainability and respect for the environment. With a history that dates back generations, Cantina Spumanti Comitissa Martini Lorenz is a family-owned and operated winery that takes pride in their craft and the experience they offer to their visitors.
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via Ronchi, 5 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Azienda Ronco del Gnemiz does not love fashions nor trends and has worked for years to refine the results obtained, sometimes in captivity, with tenacity and stubbornness. At Azienda Ronco del...
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Via Ronchi, 9 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
The company is located in the eastern hills of Friuli, one of the valuable DOC of Friuli Venezia Giulia, in one of the most beautiful hilly areas that embrace the Abbey of Rosazzo. You are...
CONTATTA & PRENOTA
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,...
CONTATTA & PRENOTA
Via IV Novembre, 136
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
La Duline is the toponym of the two hectares where the eldest vineyards in the municipality of San Giovanni al Natisone are located. From here we started in 1997 looking for harmony between our...
CONTATTA & PRENOTA
Via Ronchi 5 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Via 4 Novembre 136 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Via Ronchi 5 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Via Cascina Rinaldi 38 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Via Ronchi 5 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Via Dell'abbazia 11 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Via Ronchi, 5 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Salvatore Martusciello Wines produces high-quality wines that showcase the unique characteristics of the region's grapes. The winery focuses on traditional winemaking techniques and sustainable...
CONTATTA & PRENOTA
Via Montarezza, 33 33048
San Giovanni al Natisone (Udine)
Cantina Spumanti Comitissa Martini Lorenz is a picturesque winery that produces sparkling wines with a delicate and refreshing taste. Their wines are made with traditional methods and high-quality...
CONTATTA & PRENOTA