Sauvignon Blancfumat Collio DOC

A Sauvignon Blanc from the Collio that shows how differently this grape variety tastes on Friulian limestone: ripe stone fruit instead of sharp gooseberry, supple texture instead of a hard acidic edge.

Collavini is one of the most reliable addresses in Friuli – the family has been cultivating sites in the Collio DOC for decades, one of Italy's most precise white wine terroirs, right on the Slovenian border. Here, the so-called Ponca – an alternation of limestone and sandstone layers – determines the minerality and finesse of the wines. Continental nights ensure slow ripening and freshness, while the warm afternoons provide fullness in the glass.

In the glass, the wine glows in a rich golden yellow. The nose opens with white peach, honeydew melon, and a fine hint of banana – full-fruited and inviting, without appearing intrusive. On the palate, it shows a soft, round texture with a subtle acidic structure that carries the fruit profile without dominating it. The finish is clean and short – an uncomplicated wine that doesn't make you ponder.

• Food: Grilled sea bass, linguine alle vongole, creamy goat cheese crostini, or light summer dishes with lemon vinaigrette
• Temperature: 10–12 °C