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 Castello di Spessa in the Collio DOC. The castle cellar's everyday Collio white.

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 Castello di Spessa. The 13th-century castle estate at Capriva del Friuli combines the cellar with a hotel and golf course.

Facts

Producer
Castello di Spessa
Grapes
Friulano (100%)
Classification
DOC Collio
Oak
Stainless steel fermentation, around 6 months on fine lees before bottling
ABV
13.0%
Price
EUR 16 to 24 at retail
Drinking window
1-5 from vintage
First vintage
1990

Frequently asked about Castello di Spessa Friulano

What does Castello di Spessa 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 Castello di Spessa Friulano?

Drink 1 to 5 years from vintage. The wine is built for fresh consumption.

Where is Castello di Spessa?

Castello di Spessa is a 13th-century castle estate at Capriva del Friuli in the Collio DOC. The estate runs a hotel and golf course alongside the cellar.

What food pairs with Castello di Spessa 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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