Valentino Butussi Friulano
Grape varieties: Friulano 100%.
Vinification: Hand-harvested at the ideal stage of ripeness. After destemming, the crushed grapes are cooled to 12 °C and left to undergo skin contact for 12 to 16 hours to release the aromatic compounds from the skins and enhance the varietal structure. The must is then gently separated, cold-settled, racked and fermented at a controlled temperature for around 12 to 14 days.
Aging: Aged for 6 to 8 months in large, 60 hl, untoasted oak casks, followed by 2 to 4 months in the bottle before release.
Colour: Straw yellow with greenish highlights.
Aroma: Delicate, clean and pleasant, characterised by notes of wild flowers, fresh white fruit and a subtle mineral undertone.
Flavour: Dry, with a soft, velvety texture; well-balanced and enveloping, finishing with the characteristic bitter almond note that gives it its identity and length.
Serve: 10 to 12⁰
Consumption: Immediate (2 to 5 years).
Harmonisation: Excellent as an aperitif and ideal with cold starters, egg-based dishes, asparagus and, in particular, San Daniele cured ham.
Producer: Valentino Butussi
Enology: Filippo Butussi
Classification: Italian Wines – Friuli Venezia Giulia – Griuli Colli Orientali DOC
Awards and Notes:
- James Suckling –
