Sauvignon IGT ORGANIC Venezia Giulia

The Sauvignon IGT BIO Venezia Giulia comes from Simon di Brazzan, an organic winery in Cormons, in the heart of the Friulian Collio. In this border area between Italy and Slovenia, Sauvignon finds ideal conditions — clay and limestone soils, significant temperature excursions, a winemaking tradition dating back centuries. Simon di Brazzan interprets it with a hybrid vinification that balances aromatic freshness and structural complexity.

The vinification is careful and detailed: manual selection, gentle destemming, cooling of the destemmed grapes, resting in the press overnight, soft pressing with a vacuum press, cold maceration of the must for 5 days at 8°C, clarification by flotation. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts at 18°C — part in steel, part in wooden barrels. Everything remains on the lees until the end of February. The result is a Sauvignon that goes beyond the immediate aromatic profile and offers structure and depth.

On the nose, bell pepper, tomato leaf, citrus, and a mineral note from the Collio. On the palate, fresh, savory, with a structure that surprises compared to the typical lightness of the grape variety. Long and persistent finish.

Grape variety: Sauvignon 100% | Vintage: 2023 | Alcohol: 14% | Format: 0.75 l
Serving temperature: 10–12°C
Vinification: Manual selection, cold maceration for 5 days at 8°C, fermentation with indigenous yeasts at 18°C. Part in steel, part in wooden barrels. On lees until end of February.

Recommended for

For those who love aromatic Sauvignon but want something more complex than the usual fresh white for an aperitif. The wood component and the time on the lees give structure and depth that make it a gastronomic wine in every sense. It is the right bottle for those who want to discover the Sauvignon of the Friulian Collio — different from the Alto Adige version, different from the New Zealand one.

When to drink it

It is already pleasant today, but has all the characteristics to evolve over the next 2-4 years. The wood component and structure support its aging. Ideal within 4 years of the vintage to enjoy both its aromatic freshness and complexity.

Taste Characteristics

A structured and complex Sauvignon, in which the varietal aromas — bell pepper, tomato leaf, citrus — are integrated with the minerality of the Collio and the roundness of the wood component. Freshness is present but not dominant — it's a table wine, not an aperitif wine.

Why we chose this wine

Because Simon di Brazzan interprets Sauvignon with an artisanal seriousness that is clearly felt in the glass. The cold maceration of the must, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and the wood component are precise choices that add complexity without sacrificing varietal identity. We offer it because it is consistent with our selection: organic, identified territory, respectful technique.

FAQ

What dishes pair well with Sauvignon IGT BIO Venezia Giulia?
Fish appetizers, pasta with vegetables, light risottos, white meats, fresh cheeses. Its structure also makes it suitable for more elaborate dishes compared to classic Sauvignon.

Why is the must cold macerated for 5 days at 8°C?
Cold maceration at low temperatures allows the must to decant naturally, removing solid parts without aggressive filtration. It preserves aromatic clarity and prepares the must for more controlled fermentation with indigenous yeasts.

What does it mean that part ferments in wooden barrels?
The fermentation of a portion of the must in wooden barrels adds complexity, structure, and a slight roundness to the final wine. Blending with the steel-fermented part balances freshness and depth.

Is it a certified organic wine?
Yes. Simon di Brazzan is a certified organic winery in the Friulian Collio. No synthetic pesticides in the vineyard, indigenous yeasts in the cellar.