{"title":"Malvasia Venezia Giulia","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic Malvasia Istriana IGT Venezia Giulia is one of Friuli's most fascinating and lesser-known white wines: an ancient grape variety of Greek origin that finds a unique expression in the Carso and Collio areas, with aromas of peach, apricot, orange blossom, almond, and a marine savoriness that reflects the calcareous soils and the Bora wind. In this selection, you'll find Malvasia Venezia Giulia 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 Malvasia from Friuli?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFriuli's organic Malvasia Istriana stands out for its intense aromatic notes, soft structure, and savory freshness that makes it versatile at the table. Unlike the sweet Malvasias of Southern Italy, the Friulian version is dry, fresh, and mineral, with an aromatic complexity that surprises those who discover it for the first time. Our producers work with spontaneous fermentations, indigenous yeasts, and minimal sulfites, enhancing the character of the grape without corrective interventions in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings and serving suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal temperature: 10–12 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal dishes: seafood appetizers, marinated salmon, fresh cheeses, San Daniele ham, herb risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent as an aromatic aperitif or with traditional Friulian and Istrian dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover our selection of organic Malvasia Venezia Giulia and support the small Friulian winemakers who every year express the best of this ancient and precious 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":"malvasia-venezia-giulia-bio","title":"Malvasia IGT BIO Venezia Giulia","description":"\u003cp\u003eMalvasia IGT BIO Venezia Giulia is produced by \u003cstrong\u003eSimon di Brazzan\u003c\/strong\u003e, an organic winery in Cormons, in the heart of Friuli Collio. Malvasia Istriana is one of the oldest and most distinctive grape varieties in Friuli-Venezia Giulia — cultivated in this border region for centuries, with an unmistakable aromatic profile that sets it apart from all other Italian Malvasia varieties. Simon di Brazzan interprets it with a hybrid vinification that enhances its complexity without sacrificing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vinification is careful and intricate: manual selection, gentle destemming, cooling of the crushed grapes, two-day maceration in the press, soft pressing with a vacuum press, must cleaning by flotation. Most of it ferments in steel at 18°C. A portion ferments in vats with skins for the entire fermentation, then ages in barrels. Everything remains on the lees until the end of February. The result is a Malvasia of great complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, white flowers, peach, apricot, and a typical bitter note of Malvasia Istriana. On the palate, it is enveloping and savory, with a surprising structure and a long, persistent finish with hints of bitter almond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/em\u003e Malvasia Istriana 100% | \u003cem\u003eVintage:\u003c\/em\u003e 2024 | \u003cem\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/em\u003e 14% | \u003cem\u003eFormat:\u003c\/em\u003e 0.75 L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/em\u003e 10–12°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVinification:\u003c\/em\u003e 2 days maceration in press, fermentation in steel at 18°C. A portion: fermentation in vats with skins for the entire fermentation, then aging in barrels. On the lees until the end of February.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who want to discover Malvasia Istriana in its most complex and territorial version — not the sweet or aromatic Malvasia of Southern Italy, but the dry, structured white of Friuli Collio. It is the right bottle for those who love whites with personality and want something different from the usual Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Drink It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is already enjoyable today, but 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 complex Malvasia, in which the aromatic richness of the grape — white flowers, peach, apricot — is integrated with the minerality of Collio and the depth of the macerated component. The bitter finish is the signature of Malvasia Istriana — not a defect, but the distinctive mark of the grape variety in this area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Chose This Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause Malvasia Istriana is one of the most distinctive grape varieties of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, and Simon di Brazzan interprets it with an artisanal seriousness that is clearly evident in the glass. The hybrid vinification — partly in steel, partly with maceration in vats and aging in barrels — is a precise choice that provides complexity without losing varietal identity. We offer it because it honestly tells the story of Friuli.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dishes pair well with Malvasia IGT BIO Venezia Giulia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBaked or grilled fish, fish risottos, semi-aged cheeses, seafood appetizers. Its structure also makes it suitable for more elaborate dishes such as sea bass en croûte or gratin shellfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Malvasia Istriana? Is it the same as other Malvasia varieties?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Malvasia Istriana is an indigenous grape variety of Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Istria, completely different from the Malvasia varieties of Southern Italy. It produces dry, structured, and savory wines, with a characteristic bitter finish. It has nothing to do with sweet or aromatic Malvasia varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is part of the wine macerated with the skins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe maceration of a portion of the must for the entire fermentation extracts aromatic complexity, structure, and savoriness that steel fermentation alone would not provide. Subsequent aging in barrels adds roundness. 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 Friuli 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":52265502081351,"sku":"A-SB-MAL24","price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/8025\/7351\/files\/MalvasiaIGTBIOVeneziaGiulia_Sito.png?v=1756909329"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/8025\/7351\/collections\/malvasia.png?v=1784581269","url":"https:\/\/albiocorini.com\/en\/collections\/malvasia-venezia-giulia.oembed","provider":"ALBio Corini","version":"1.0","type":"link"}