The Friulano Colvierie of the Sara & Sara winery
The Friulano Colvierie from Sara & Sara is an exclusive wine made from pure Friulano grapes grown in their own vineyards in Savorgnano in Torre, Udine, particularly in the Colvierte vineyard, from which it takes its name. Situated at altitudes between 180 and 350 meters, the hilly terrain is rich in marl and sandstone, giving the wine a distinctive mineral complexity.
A unique feature of this wine is that it is produced only in particularly favorable years when the grapes achieve an excellent level of acidity. This approach ensures superior quality and a unique aromatic profile.
The winery adopts fully organic practices from vineyard to cellar. Herbicides are not used in the vineyards; only grass cutting and natural methods are employed to protect the territory. In the winemaking process, clarifications and stabilizers are avoided, utilizing natural decantation, and some wines are not even filtered. In selected years, production is limited to 2500 bottles, making each bottle a true enological gem.
The Winemaking
The grapes are meticulously hand-harvested and, once in the cellar, undergo gentle whole-cluster pressing. This is followed by at least 24 hours of natural decantation. Fermentation takes place at natural temperatures with the exclusive use of natural yeasts, which are periodically kept in suspension. The wine is aged for at least 10 months in French oak tonneaux and an additional 6 months in stainless steel tanks. After bottling, which occurs without filtration, the wine rests for another 5 months in the cellar, developing balance and depth of flavor before being released.
Tasting the wine by Sara & Sara
The Friulano Colvierie presents a bright straw-yellow color. On the nose, it is intense and complex yet delicate, with notes of ripe fruits like peach and apricot interwoven with hints of aromatic herbs such as sage and thyme. The characteristic scent of bitter almond emerges on the finish, adding a distinctive touch. On the palate, it is soft and round, with a pleasing correspondence between the aromas and flavor. This Friulano perfectly embodies the most representative grape variety of Friuli Venezia Giulia.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Perfect as an aperitif, the Friulano Colvierie pairs beautifully with a wide range of dishes. It is ideal with cured meats, fish, and white meats. It is particularly delightful with prosciutto crudo di San Daniele, where its freshness and structure enhance the rich and savory flavors of the ham, offering a refined and unforgettable gastronomic experience.
THE WINERY
Sara & Sara Winery is rooted in the heart of the Colli Orientali del Friuli, a region renowned for its rich winemaking tradition. Founded by Dante in 1954, the winery flourished under Giuliano’s skilled hands and is now led by brothers Alessandro and Manuele…. keep reading
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