The winery
Formentini dal Collio
Historic Collio winery (Friuli-Venezia Giulia) primarily producing the area's typical white wines; now part of Gruppo Italiano Vini.
- Friuli-Venezia Giulia · Italia
- Since 1520
- 8 products
The story
Winery associated with the Formentini family and the locality of San Floriano del Collio; company and industry sources report a documented presence since 1520. Over time the historic estate has been renewed and incorporated into larger groups to support the company's modern distribution and management.
Production philosophy
Enhancing the Collio terroir through careful grape selection, attention to microzones and winemaking techniques tailored to each wine. Production prioritizes territorial expression and employs different aging vessels depending on the winemaking project.
Terroir and vineyards
Collio, with vineyards and operations mainly in San Floriano del Collio and neighboring municipalities such as Oslavia and Cormons; typical Collio soils that favor aromatic, mineral white wines.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Ribolla Gialla
- Friulano
- Malvasia Istriana
- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Pinot Grigio
- Merlot
- Hectares
- 58.0
What makes it distinctive
- Historic presence in the Collio dating back to 1520.
- Based in San Floriano del Collio
- Portfolio focused on typical Collio white wines
- Part of Gruppo Italiano Vini
