The winery
Livio Felluga
Family-owned winery founded by Livio Felluga in 1956 at Brazzano (Cormòns), well known for wines from the Colli Orientali del Friuli and the "Carta Geografica" label.
- Colli Orientali del Friuli (Friuli‑Venezia Giulia) · Italy
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The story
Founded by Livio Felluga in 1956 after the post‑war rebuilding; Livio is regarded as the 'patriarch' of Friulian winemaking (he died in the night between Dec 21–22, 2016). The estate is family‑run (children Maurizio, Filippo, Elda and Andrea). The wine 'Illivio' was created by his children in 1998 and dedicated to him for his 85th birthday.
Production philosophy
Terroir-focused approach: careful vineyard work, respect for the territory (Rosazzo) and pursuit of quality. The 'Carta Geografica' serves as a manifesto of regional identity; wines are elegant, age-worthy and strongly expressive of place.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located on the Rosazzo ridge and in the Colli Orientali del Friuli (province of Gorizia). Soils listed in technical sheets: marl and sandstone flysch of Eocene origin.
Awards and recognition
Widespread attention and positive evaluations from wine critics: several of the winery's wines have received high scores in trade publications and international guides.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Pinot Grigio
- Friulano
- Sauvignon
- Ribolla Gialla
- Chardonnay
- Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso
- Picolit
- Pinot Bianco
- Merlot
- Pignolo
- Malvasia Istriana
What makes it distinctive
- Historic vineyards of Rosazzo
- Iconic: Terre Alte and Abbazia di Rosazzo
- Carta Geografica
- Official online wine shop for sales and orders
- Strong emphasis on terroir and soils
