Livio Felluga
Terre Alte 2023
| Denomination | DOCG Rosazzo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Friulano/Sauvignon Vert, Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon |
| Aging | Maturation in small French oak barrels (for the Friulano), remaining on the lees; followed by resting for approximately 9 months in temperature-controlled rooms before summer bottling. |
- Type and region: Dry white Rosazzo DOCG from Friuli-Venezia Giulia, 13.5% vol
- Varietal composition: Blend of Friulano, Pinot Blanc and Sauvignon grapes
- Bouquet: Notes of guava, mango, citrus, elderflower and acacia, with mineral accents and saffron
- Flavour: Savoury taste, fine texture, persistent finish with hints of almond and yellow plum
- Winemaking: Hand-harvested, Pinot and Sauvignon in stainless steel, Friulano in oak
Description
What type of wine it is
Terre Alte by Livio Felluga is a structured and complex still white wine, capable of best expressing the elegance of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Classified under the Rosazzo designation, it is created from a careful blend of Friulano, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon grapes. Its profile is deep and vibrant, standing out for its remarkable ageing potential and an aromatic texture that combines fruity notes with a marked savouriness. Separate vinification in steel and French oak barrels gives this white wine great roundness, creating a harmonious finish ideal for pairing with seafood dishes and white meats.
Where it comes from
This wine originates on the historic hills of Rosazzo, in the province of Udine, an area renowned for quality viticulture. The vineyards are predominantly trained using the Guyot system, which ensures a perfect vegetative balance and optimal yields. The distinguishing element of this area is the soil composition, characterised by the typical flysch made up of marl and sandstone of Eocene origin. This earthy matrix decisively shapes the style of the wine, infusing the grapes with a distinct taste definition and an unmistakable mineral character.
How it is produced
The production process begins with a manual harvest in small crates to preserve the integrity of the bunches. In the cellar, the grapes undergo gentle de-stemming, a short maceration and soft pressing, followed by the decantation of the must. The varieties ferment separately: the Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon mature in temperature-controlled steel tanks, while the Friulano undergoes alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in oak barrels. After blending, the wine is aged on the fine lees to increase its creaminess and rests for nine months in temperature-controlled rooms before summer bottling.
History and interesting facts
Produced for the very first time in 1981, the iconic Terre Alte is unanimously considered one of Italy's most prestigious white wines. This label celebrates the great dedication of the Livio Felluga family, with its six generations of absolute excellence in Friuli-Venezia Giulia. A detail of immense charm is represented by the graphics, featuring a historical map. Confirming its undiminished prestige, the masterful 2022 vintage signed by oenologist Viorel Flocea thrilled industry critics, winning the renowned Tre Bicchieri.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1956
- Oenologist: Viorel Flocea
- Bottles produced: 800.000
- Hectares: 187
| Name | Livio Felluga Terre Alte 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still dry |
| Denomination | Rosazzo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Friulano/Sauvignon Vert, Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Vendor | Livio Felluga |
| Story | History and interesting facts Produced for the very first time in 1981, the iconic Terre Alte is unanimously considered one of Italy's most prestigious white wines. This label celebrates the great dedication of the Livio Felluga family, with its six generations of absolute excellence in Friuli-Venezia Giulia. A detail of immense charm is represented by the graphics, featuring a historical map. Confirming its undiminished prestige, the masterful 2022 vintage signed by oenologist Viorel Flocea thrilled industry critics, winning the renowned Tre Bicchieri. |
| Origin | Rosazzo Hills, province of Udine |
| Soil composition | Marl and sandstone flysch of Eocene origin |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Fermentation temperature | Temperature-controlled |
| Production technique | Hand-harvested; gentle de-stemming, short maceration and soft pressing; separate fermentation (Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon in temperature-controlled stainless steel, Friulano in small French oak barrels with malolactic fermentation); final blending and ageing on the lees, then resting for approximately 9 months in temperature-controlled rooms. |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting with grape selection; gentle destemming, short maceration and soft pressing. Must clarified by settling. Separate fermentation of the varieties: Pinot Blanc and Sauvignon in stainless steel at controlled temperatures; Friulano in small French oak barrels, with the completion of fermentation and malolactic fermentation taking place in wood. Final blending, ageing on the lees and further resting for approximately 9 months in temperature-controlled rooms (bottling in summer). |
| Aging | Maturation in small French oak barrels (for the Friulano), remaining on the lees; followed by resting for approximately 9 months in temperature-controlled rooms before summer bottling. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |