La Roncaia
La Roncaia Friulano
DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli
100% Friulano
13
Tasting Notes
Smooth, well-balanced; the palate reflects the nose. The slightly bitterish finish is typical of the Friulano grape.
Vinification
The grapes are harvested in late September at full ripeness. Crushing, followed by cold-maceration for 18 hours, produces a rich, thick must, which starts fermenting in temperature controlled (max 17˚C) stainless-steel vats. After a slow fermentation, the wine is racked and left to mature on its fine lees until spring, with constant and regular battonages. In late spring assemblage is made and the cuvèe is allowed to age in steel vats until bottling.
Aging
La Roncaia Friulano is released to the market only after 6 months of bottle aging in horizontal position.
La Roncaia was founded in 1998 when the Fantinel family acquired the winery, located in Friuli Colli Orientali, to create a boutique winery able to produce top-quality wines. The philosophy of La Roncaia is to express the uniqueness of Colli Orientali del Friuli terroir, always aiming for the best. The passionate team is guided by the young and talented winemaker, Gabriele Tami, who has received numerous awards and acknowledgements, including the title “Wine Master.” This title was given when La Roncaia was named as one of the top 100 wineries in the world by The Drinks Business in 2020.
Located in the northern part of the DOC area, the winery is located in the hills of Ramandolo, Nimis, Attimis, and Tarcento. The ideal position for vines, the winery is protected by the Julian Alps from the cold north wind and gently caressed by a sweet breeze brought from the Adriatic Sea. The marl and sandstone soil of the gently rolling hills are terraced to provide an ideal habitat for viticulture.
La Roncaia vineyards are highly selected hectares nurtured by a passionate and loving team who cherish this “crown jewel” of the Fantinel family.