In the glass
Aroma: pear, almond blossom, yellow apple, wild herb
Palate: pear, almond skin, saline close, fresh finish
Friulano from Borgo Conventi at Farra d'Isonzo in the Collio DOC. The cellar is part of the Folonari portfolio.
What it pairs with
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Prosciutto di San Daniele with melon
Sweet melon and salty cured pork against pear-and-almond Friulano is the canonical Friulian aperitivo. -
Frico friulano
Melted Montasio cheese pancake and the wine's almond-skin lift lock together. -
Grilled white fish
Sea bass or branzino and dry Friulano share fresh saline lift. -
Asparagus risotto
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Green vegetables and Friulano's herb register lock together.
History
Friulano from Borgo Conventi at Farra d'Isonzo in the Collio DOC. The cellar was sold by the founding Bortolusso family to the Folonari group in 2001.
- 2001 — Borgo Conventi acquired by the Folonari group
Facts
- Producer
- Borgo Conventi
- Grapes
- Friulano (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Collio
- Oak
- Stainless steel fermentation, around 6 months on fine lees before bottling
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 14 to 20 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-5 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1985
Frequently asked about Borgo Conventi Friulano
What does Borgo Conventi Friulano taste like?
Pear, almond blossom, yellow apple and wild herb on the nose; pear, almond skin, saline close and a fresh finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Borgo Conventi Friulano?
Drink 1 to 5 years from vintage. The wine is built for fresh consumption.
Who owns Borgo Conventi?
Borgo Conventi was acquired by the Folonari group in 2001 from the founding Bortolusso family. The cellar continues to bottle Collio and Friuli Isonzo wines under the Borgo Conventi brand.
What food pairs with Borgo Conventi Friulano?
Prosciutto di San Daniele with melon is the canonical Friulian pairing. Frico friulano, grilled white fish, and asparagus risotto are equally strong.