Venica
Collio Pinot Bianco Talis 2024
| Denomination | DOC Collio Goriziano Pinot Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Bianco |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for 5 months: 60% in stainless steel and 40% in large oak barrels (20–27 hl), with further ageing in the bottle. |
- Name and grape variety: Collio DOC, 100% Pinot Bianco, 13.5% vol, 750 ml bottle
- Controlled maceration: 12 hours on the skins at 10–12 °C in the absence of oxygen
- Ageing on the lees: 5 months, 60% in stainless steel and 40% in large oak barrels
- Flavour profile: notes of chamomile, citrus, and Reinette apple; mineral and savoury finish
- Serving temperature and pairings: serve at 12–14 °C with fish, white meats, and delicate cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Tàlis by Venica & Venica is a still white wine that expresses the essence of the Collio region. Made from Pinot Bianco grapes, it presents a fresh and elegant style on the palate, with a medium body and well-defined savouriness. On the nose, it reveals a clear aromatic profile, characterised by floral and fruity notes reminiscent of chamomile, renetta apple and citrus fruits. The sip stands out for its mineral persistence, delivering a clean and harmonious finish.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from vineyards located in Dolegna del Collio, cultivated on well-exposed hills at altitudes between 60 and 270 metres. The calcareous and stony soils, typical of this area, give the wine a distinct mineral character. Sheltered by the Julian Prealps, the area enjoys a temperate microclimate influenced by breezes from the Adriatic Sea. This combination favours balanced ripening, allowing the development of complex aromatic nuances and the preservation of the grapes' natural freshness.
How it is produced
Production begins with manual harvesting and destemming of the bunches. This is followed by cold maceration of the skins in the absence of oxygen, a key technique for preserving the aromatic integrity of the must. Fermentation and ageing on the lees last for five months and take place in steel tanks and large oak barrels. This process gives the wine a velvety structure without compromising its liveliness. Finally, bottling is carried out according to the lunar phases, with the aim of enhancing the purity and authenticity of the fruit.
History and Curiosities
The Pinot Bianco Tàlis, whose Friulian name pays tribute to the dandelion, originates in Dolegna del Collio from a noble grape variety of Alsatian origin, cultivated in this area for over 150 years. A distinctive feature of its production is the traditional bottling according to the lunar phases. The result is a wine that has received numerous awards from critics.
Awards
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2024
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2024
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2024
94/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2024
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2024
3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1930
- Oenologist: Gianni Venica, Francesco La Coppola
- Bottles produced: 350.000
- Hectares: 40
| Name | Venica Collio Pinot Bianco Talis 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still semi-aromatic |
| Denomination | Collio DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Bianco |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Vendor | Venica |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Pinot Bianco Tàlis, whose Friulian name pays tribute to the dandelion, originates in Dolegna del Collio from a noble grape variety of Alsatian origin, cultivated in this area for over 150 years. A distinctive feature of its production is the traditional bottling according to the lunar phases. The result is a wine that has received numerous awards from critics. |
| Origin | Dolegna del Collio (GO), province of Gorizia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy |
| Climate | Cool climate |
| Soil composition | Suoli calcarei e sassosi |
| Plants per hectare | 4,000 vines/ha |
| Yield per hectare | 11 tonnes/ha |
| Harvest | 14 September |
| Production technique | Cold maceration on the skins for about 12 hours at 10–12 °C in the absence of oxygen (protected maceration) |
| Wine making | After manual harvesting and destemming, the grapes macerate on the skins for about 12 hours at 10–12 °C in containers protected from oxygen (using their own fermentation carbon dioxide to reduce the need for antioxidants). The must ferments and matures on the lees for 5 months: 60% in stainless steel and 40% in large oak barrels (20–27 hl), with further ageing in the bottle. |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for 5 months: 60% in stainless steel and 40% in large oak barrels (20–27 hl), with further ageing in the bottle. |
| Total acidity | 4.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |