Italy
Bortoluzzi
Gradisca d’Isonzo
Winemaker: Giovanni & Alessio Bortoluzzi
Giovanni Bortoluzzi's first career as a consultant winemaker and bottler in Friuli gave him the perfect inside knowledge of the region, allowing him to select a near-perfect site for his own vineyard. Estblished in 1982, the estate has 33 hectares on the gravelly, mineral-enriched deposit of the diverted Isonzo River and is sheltered by the mountains from the raw northern winds. The abundant minerals in the soil make for the grapes' rich components and extract and strong fruity/floral nuances to the varietal character.
Giovanni heads a family team of sons Alessio (winemaker), Alberto (vineyard manager) and daughter Angela (administration), who combine their in-depth knowledge of the area with discipline and attention to detail to craft exceptional wines. And it would be remiss of us not to mention the divine cooking of Mireide!
Pinot Grigio exudes lush floral fruit and is both mellow and fresh at the same time, the palate shows body and persistence from time on lees. Sauvignon, a key varietal in the region, shows fresh varietal flavours with elegance and complexity that is seldom found.
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Wines
Sauvignon IGT
Pinot Grigio IGT