Collio DOC Bianco White Wine from Native Grapes - La Rajade

In the northernmost part of the Collio, along the Slovenian border in the Judrio valley, nature rules and sets the pace of time. This is where La Rajade – sunbeam in the local language – pours commitment, dedication and respect for nature into every bottle, aiming to bring the unique character of this corner of Friuli into the glass.

A blend of strictly native grapes: Friulano, Malvasia Istriana and Ribolla Gialla, three souls of the area vinified separately and blended into a cuvée only in spring, so that each variety keeps its identity. Collio soils are a mix of sandstone and marl – the Ponca – rich in calcium carbonate, which gives the wines minerality, aromatic lift and marked savouriness. Harvest is by hand, with low yields to get the best from the fruit. In the cellar, a low-temperature skin maceration (8–10 °C) is followed by soft pressing and temperature-controlled fermentation for about 15 days. The wine then spends another 6 months in steel with repeated bâtonnage, which adds structure and roundness without sacrificing freshness.

In the glass it is straw yellow with golden reflections. The bouquet is complex and of excellent quality: apricot and chamomile intertwine with lively white pepper that brings light balsamic nuances. The palate is fresh, vibrant and soft, with pronounced mineral notes that lead straight back to the Ponca. Full body, impeccable balance and a long, satisfying finish. A white for sharing, gaining complexity glass after glass.

Suggested pairings: raw and smoked fish, risottos and first courses with vegetables and fish, white meats, grilled fish. Also excellent as an aperitif.