{"title":"Friulian","description":"\u003cp\u003eFriulano is the flagship white grape variety of Friuli Venezia Giulia: once called Tocai Friulano, its current name expresses the full identity of a unique territory, with aromas of fresh almond, wildflowers, white peach, and a characteristic bitter almond finish that makes it unmistakable. In this selection, you'll find Friulano online chosen from small organic Friulian producers who cultivate their vineyards with respect and bottle their wines without shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the best organic Friulano from Friuli?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic Friulano from Friuli DOC stands out for its savory structure, balanced acidic freshness, and intense varietal aromas, making it one of the most recognizable Italian white wines. Our producers work with spontaneous fermentations, indigenous yeasts, and minimal sulfites, enhancing the character of the grape variety and the Friulian terroir — among marl, limestone, and alluvial soils — without corrective interventions in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings and serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal temperature: 10–12 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal dishes: San Daniele prosciutto, Friulian frico, Montasio risotto, lake fish, fresh and semi-aged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent as an aperitif with Friulian cured meats and bruschetta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover our selection of organic Friulano and support the small Friulian winemakers who, year after year, express the best of this unique grape variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/albiocorini.com\/collections\/all\"\u003eExplore the entire selection →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"friulano-blanc-di-simon-bio","title":"Friulano DOC BIO - Blanc di Simon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlanc di Simon\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship Friulano wine from \u003cstrong\u003eSimon di Brazzan\u003c\/strong\u003e, an organic winery in Cormons, in the heart of the Friulian Collio region. A family that works the land organically with a clear philosophy: to enhance the native grape varieties of Friuli through winemaking that respects the fruit and the territory. Friulano — once called Tocai — is the most emblematic white wine of this area, and Blanc di Simon is a complex and artisanal interpretation of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking process is hybrid and detailed: manual selection, gentle destemming, cooling of the crushed grapes, overnight rest at controlled temperature, soft pressing with a vacuum press, and must clarification by flotation. Two-thirds ferment in steel at 18°C and remain on the lees until the end of February. One-third, however, macerates in a truncated conical vat for 20 days with indigenous yeasts, then is separated with a traditional press and kept in the vat on the lees until the end of February. The final blend is stabilized with bentonite. The result is a Friulano of great complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals almond, white flowers, aromatic herbs, and a mineral note typical of Collio. On the palate, it is structured, savory, with a characteristic bitter finish of the grape variety that invites another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/em\u003e Friulano 100% | \u003cem\u003eVintage:\u003c\/em\u003e 2023 | \u003cem\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/em\u003e 13.5% | \u003cem\u003eFormat:\u003c\/em\u003e 0.75 l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/em\u003e 10–12°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/em\u003e 2\/3 fermented in steel at 18°C, on lees until end of February. 1\/3 macerated for 20 days in truncated conical vat with indigenous yeasts, traditional press, on lees until end of February. Blended with protein stabilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who want to discover Friulano in its most complex and territorial version — not a fresh and immediate white, but a gastronomic wine with structure, savoriness, and that slightly bitter finish that makes it unique among Italian white wines. It is the right bottle for those who already know Collio or want to start exploring it from a serious organic producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Drink\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is already enjoyable today, but it has all the characteristics to evolve magnificently over the next 3-5 years if stored correctly. The macerated component and the time on the lees give it sufficient structure for aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTaste Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA structured and savory Friulano, where the complexity of the hybrid winemaking is clearly felt in the glass. Almond, aromatic herbs, and Collio minerality dominate the profile. The bitter finish is the signature of the grape variety — not a defect, but the distinctive mark of quality Friulian Tocai.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Chose This Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause Simon di Brazzan is one of the most serious organic producers in Collio, and Blanc di Simon is their most representative wine. The hybrid winemaking — part in steel, part with maceration and traditional pressing — is a courageous choice that adds complexity without sacrificing freshness. We offer it because it tells the story of Friuli with honesty and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dishes does Blanc di Simon pair with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFriulian appetizers, cured meats, fish risottos, pasta with vegetables, white meats in sauce, fresh and semi-aged cheeses. Its savoriness makes it versatile for the whole table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Friulano? Is it the same as Tocai?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Tocai Friulano changed its name to Friulano in 2007 following a dispute with Hungary over the name Tokaj. It is the most emblematic white grape variety of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, cultivated almost exclusively in this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is part of the wine macerated with the skins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe maceration of one-third of the crushed grapes for 20 days with indigenous yeasts extracts aromatic complexity, structure, and savoriness that fermentation in steel alone would not provide. The final blend balances freshness and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a certified organic wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Simon di Brazzan is a certified organic winery in the Friulian Collio. No synthetic pesticides in the vineyard, indigenous yeasts in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SIMON DI BRAZZAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52265656090951,"sku":"A-SB-TO23","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/8025\/7351\/files\/BlancdiSimonDOCBIOFriuli-Friulano_Sito.png?v=1761055971"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/8025\/7351\/collections\/friulano.png?v=1784580583","url":"https:\/\/albiocorini.com\/en\/collections\/friulano.oembed","provider":"ALBio Corini","version":"1.0","type":"link"}