In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

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

  • 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 Find asparagus risotto on TableJourney →
    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.

  1. 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.

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