The winery
Bastianich
The Bastianich family winery, located in the Colli Orientali del Friuli, produces ranges of white and red wines that showcase native grape varieties alongside some international varieties. (https://bastianich.com/?lang=en)
- Friuli-Venezia Giulia · Italia
- Since 1997
- 17 products
The story
The Bastianich family planted their first vineyards in Cividale del Friuli in 1997 with the aim of rediscovering their roots and producing wines tied to the territory. The vineyards are estate-owned and the winery reflects the family's connection to local viticulture.
Production philosophy
An approach focused on respect for the land and the promotion of indigenous varieties; viticultural practices geared toward sustainability and the care of the soil matrix to express the character of the Colli Orientali.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located in the Colli Orientali del Friuli, on soils known as "ponca" characteristic of the area; the microclimate is influenced by both the sea and Alpine winds such as the bora.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Ribolla Gialla
- Friulano
- Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso
- Schioppettino
- Sauvignon
- Pinot Grigio
- Pinot Bianco
- Merlot
- Chardonnay ([bastianich.com](https://bastianich.com/a/l/en/products/gli-autoctoni-bianchi?utm_source=openai))
- Hectares
- 27.0
What makes it distinctive
- Winery founded by the Bastianich family, with estate-owned vineyards located in the Colli Orientali del Friuli.
- 27 hectares of vineyards spread across two areas with distinct microclimates.
- Strong emphasis on indigenous grape varieties.
- Product lines: Vespa, Plus, Linea Orsone and cru selections.
- Winery visits and an online shop offering a range of single-varietal wines and estate blends.
