Friulano – Forchir – 2023

Friulano Wine from the Forchir Winery

The Friulano wine by Forchir winery comes from 100% Friulano grapes grown in the vineyards of the Forchir winery, located in the DOC Friuli area, which is well-suited for Friulian wine production.

Friulano, formerly known as Tocai Friulano, is a grape variety with ancient origins that dates back over two centuries. It is believed to be a close relative of the French grape Sauvignonasse. Today, Friulano is recognized as an indigenous variety of the Friuli region.

THE WINEMAKING

The Forchir winery conducts the grape harvest at night, allowing the grapes to arrive at the cellar during the coolest hours of the day. This practice ensures that the grapes can be processed at low temperatures, which is crucial for preserving their aromatic profile.

The harvest occurs in August. After careful selection, the grapes go to the cellar, where the winemaking process begins with a gentle pressing. The must then ferments in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 12°C. The wine ages in these tanks for a varying period, depending on the vintage. Once ready, the wine is blended and bottled and rests for a few months in the cellar.

Tasting the wine by Forchir

Straw yellow. The aroma immediately reveals a characteristic note of bitter almond, which blends seamlessly with the scents of wildflowers, primarily chamomile, acacia, and hawthorn; these floral notes are complemented by fruity hints; it is fresh and pleasantly savoury on the palate, with a long, persistent finish, where the taste of bitter almond is clearly noticeable.

FOOD PAIRINGS

Friulano Forchir is an excellent aperitif that pairs well with fish, white meats, and vegetables. It is especially enjoyable with classic San Daniele raw ham.

THE WINERY

Forchir history began as a farm in Palmanova, the famous star-shaped city known as one of the symbols of Friuli. Over the years, the company specialized in viticulture and wine production, becoming one of the first in Friuli to sell bottled wine… keep reading