The winery
Terre Rosse
A family-run winery in Cuccana (Bicinicco, UD), specializing for more than twenty years in white, red and sparkling wines of the DOC Friuli, with a quality- and sustainability-focused approach.
- Friuli-Venezia Giulia · Italia
- Since 1997
- 3 products
The story
The Lestani family has farmed the land in Cuccana since the late 19th century; Terre Rosse began as a winemaking project when Adamo Lestani, who succeeded his father, planted the first vineyards. The estate developed from 1997 and has since expanded production while maintaining its connection to the territory and low-impact agricultural practices.
Production philosophy
The winery places two pillars at the heart of its work: quality and sustainability. In the vineyard, measures are taken to limit chemical treatments, and in the cellar techniques that preserve the aromas and integrity of the grapes are favored.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the hamlet of Cuccana, in the municipality of Bicinicco, on the Friuli plain, on iron-rich "red soils" that characterize the local microclimate. The estate is situated within the DOC Friuli area and manages vineyards planted at close spacing, using grass cover management to improve soil fertility and aeration.
Awards and recognition
Recognitions from the main national guides. Recent awards cited by the winery include: the WineHunter Award 2020 with Gold awards for Traminer Aromatico 2018, Merlot 2017 and Vinea Mea Electa 2015; mentions and ratings in Falstaff 2020; and recognitions at Vinoforum and regional events.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Friulano
- Cabernet Franc
- Chardonnay
- Merlot
- Pinot Grigio
- Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso
- Ribolla Gialla
- Traminer Aromatico
- Sauvignon
- Verduzzo Friulano
- Hectares
- 8.0
What makes it distinctive
- The Lestani family-owned estate has rural roots and began winemaking in 1997.
- Based in Cuccana di Bicinicco — DOC Friuli territory characterized by iron-rich red soils.
- Excellent balance between winemaking techniques aimed at preserving aromas and low-impact agricultural practices.
- Approximately 8 hectares under vine, cultivated using a variety of training systems.
- National recognitions and international awards reported by the producer.