Friuli Venezia Giulia Flashcards
What is Josko Gravner known for?
Orange wine (Ramato)
What is Mario Schiopetto known for?
first producer to introduce modern wine making from Germany in the 60s
Describe a “Ramato” wine
Slightly macerated Pinot Grigio with a copper hue and strong aromatic.
What wine is typically made of “Picolit” grapes
Sweet passito
Where did the almost extinct Pignolo grape survive
Abbey of Rosazzo
What international grape varieties are common in Friuli Venezia Giulia?
For red wine, Bordeaux-varieties (Merlot, CS, CF) are most common. Mostly Merlot and CF, because CS has problems ripening.
What is the meaning of “Ronchi”
A well exposed site in a vineyard
What are the typical wines from Friuli Grave?
Mostly red wines
(think gravely soils -> Bordeaux Medoc)
What are typical wines from Collio DOC?
Mostly white (85%) , broad diversity of styles
Collio Bianco: Best white blend
Friulano: Full flavored low acidity
Ribolla Gialla: Light bodied, floral,
Ribolla Spumante: Prosecco-style
What are the 4 major subzones of Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
- Cialla (Picolit): Only one producer
- Rosazzo (Pignolo, Ribolla Gialla)
- Faedis (Refosco Nostrano)
- (Schioppettino di )Prepotto:
What is the style and blend of a Colli Orientali del Friuli Picolit DOCG
Sweet late harvest white wine from 85% Picolit (100% in Cialla)
What is the style and blend of a Ramandolo DOCG
Sweet or dry white wine from Verduzzo Giallo
What is the style and blend of a Rosazzo DOCG
White blend of Friulano, Sauvignon Blanc and others.
(Remember, even though Rosazzo is associated with the red Pignolo grape it is more known for the white blends)
What is “Bora”?
A cool wind from the balcan, mainly relevant in the Friuli Isonzo DOC.
What are the main red and white grape varieties used in Carso DOC?
White: Vitovska
Red: Terrano
