NoseThis Sauvignon has a very fine typical bouquet, reminescentof sage, paprika and leaves of tomato. herbssage
FlavorA wine of great structure and excellentacidity, with a pleasant zesty and mineral finish.
Friuli Venezia Giulia At a Glance
Region NameFriuli Venezia Giulia
In Friuli Venezia Giulia, most of the best vineyards are located in the southeastern part of the region facing Alpine foothills’ slopes. Here the vines benefit from direct sunlight and a complex climatic intersection of the warm Mediterranean influence of the Adriatic Sea coupled with the cooling breezes from the Julian Alps.
Score: 90Vintage 2022James SucklingFragrant white with notes of green apples, basil, asparagus and green lemons. Medium-bodied, sleek and focused, with nicely mineral, stony undertones to the green fruit. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2021James SucklingGreen-apple, lime-zest and star-fruit aromas with a medium body and bright acidity. Crisp and succulent. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 87Vintage 2021Vinous MediaDecidedly spicy and savory in the glass, perhaps too much so, the 2021 Sauvignon Blanc wafts up with a blend of musky lime, grapefruit and rosemary. This is silky and supple on the palate, with ripe fruits balanced by a core of tart citrus and brisk acidity. It finishes long yet a bit muddled, leaving a staining of concentration and wild herbal tones to linger.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 86Vintage 2021Wine EnthusiastGrapefruit, lemon zest and wild herb aromas pour out of the glass. Clean and crisp with subtle mineral notes, the palate of this wine has a focus on citrus and underripe stone fruit. Easy and fresh.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2020James SucklingGrapefruit, orange zest, guava and herbs on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with tangy acidity. Plenty of citrus and herbs. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 88Vintage 2020Vinous MediaA sophisticated mix of crushed rocks and wet slate giving way to lemon zests and hints of kiwi wafts up from the 2020 Sauvignon Blanc. This is cool-toned with a pleasant inner sweetness that’s nicely balanced by chalky minerals and yellow citrus. While a bit short, it finishes clean with notable clarity, tapering off with a savory herbal twang.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 91Vintage 2019James SucklingTropical fruit and lemon with some herbal undertones. It’s full-bodied, layered and flavorful. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 86Vintage 2019Vinous MediaThe 2019 Sauvignon Blanc blossoms in the glass with an array of dusty yellow flowers, crushed stone, fresh apples and a spritz of lime. It sizzles across the palate with salty intensity, yet it’s quite linear in style, dropping off rather quickly. This is best enjoyed sooner rather than later, leaving a clean and perfectly refreshed sensation.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2018Wine SpectatorThis medium-bodied white features a creamy texture and pleasing viscosity, carrying a pretty mix of fresh tarragon and lime blossom aromas, with nectarine and pink grapefruit peel flavors. Offers a clean-cut, saline-laced finish. Drink now through 2024. 3,500 cases made, 298 cases imported.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2018James SucklingFresh and fruity white with sliced lemons, mangoes and hints of fennel. Medium to full body. Lightly oily for a sauvignon. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 87Vintage 2018Wine AdvocateWith some 45,000 bottles made, the Tenuta Luisa 2018 Isonzo del Friuli Sauvignon is a crisp and light white wine that proves a cheerful and versatile pairing partner to the exotic favors of Thailand or Vietnam. Or you could pair it with a platter of barbecued shrimp with spicy dipping sauce. This is a lean and thin white that opens to fragrant tones of passion fruit, papaya and fresh citrus.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
TAG US IN YOUR PICTURES AT #viaswine
Subscribe to Our Mailing List
Sign up for our mailing list to keep up with our latest news, events, and tastings!
herbs
sage
