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ISA0122WW
Friulano
2022
Friuli Latisana
Sustainable farming

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Friuli-Venezia Giulia (to use its full name) is an interesting and unique region of North-East Italy famed and much revered for producing some richer textured whites and lighter and fresher reds. With Venice as its capital, the Adriatic to the south, the Austrian Alps to the north and Slovenia to the East it has a mild maritime climate, with cooling winds and moderate summers. A long drawn out growing season ensures ripe grapes with good concentration, especially given their low yields (some of the lowest in Italy). White wine dominates with indigenous varieties Friulano (W), Refosco and Schioppettino (R) shining though. The trend in Friuli winemaking is to express purity of fruit, taking the grapes quickly off the skins, preventing oxidation and using little (if any) oak.

In 1959, Renzo Bassani purchased Isola Augusta after falling in love with the land, having discovered and tasted two bottles of wine made by the winemaker at the time. He immediately recognised the area's natural suitability for viticulture and began renovating the homes of the local peasants. Bassani also renewed the old vines, setting the stage for the production of exceptional wines. The winery, nestled in the heart of Friuli-Venezia Giulia's clay soils, quickly became a beacon of innovation. He replaced many chemical interventions with natural, physical processes and was a pioneer in introducing cold fermentation to the region. The estate is located near Isola Augusta, or "Augusta Island," a name rooted in local legend. It is said that, in ancient times, the land was surrounded by the rivers Tagliamento and Stella, creating the illusion of an island. Since its founding, the estate has remained in the Bassani family, and today, in the third generation, Jacopo continues to manage the vineyards with a focus on sustainability. Under his stewardship, the estate has significantly reduced its environmental impact, replacing nearly all chemical treatments with organic alternatives. Since 1990, the entire facility has been heated naturally using geothermal energy, and in the early 2000s, the company achieved energy self-sufficiency, all while maintaining zero emissions. A standout wine at Isola Augusta is the Schioppettino, or "little gunshot," a unique and exceptional alternative to Pinot Noir.

Tasting note: Soft and peachy nose. Cantaloupe melon and white peach. Melon thickness. Pronounced with gentle leesy richness. Good weight; with a touch of spiced vanilla; green pepper. Gentle lingering finish.
Winemaking Detail: Fermentation temperature < 17° C . Left for one night on the skins. The wine is then left for 3 months on the yeasts. Partial malolactic fermentation.
Features Peach Melon Vanilla Soft Broad

Features Broad, Creamy, Melon, Peach, Soft, Vanilla,
Tasting note Soft and peachy nose. Cantaloupe melon and white peach. Melon thickness. Pronounced with gentle leesy richness. Good weight, with a touch of spiced vanilla, green pepper. Gentle lingering finish.
Drink with
Chicken Kiev, Seafood risotto, Turbot,

Wine details

Country Italy
Region Friuli Latisana
Producer Isola Augusta
Wine Name Friulano
Colour White
Style Juicy & Ripe
Vintage 2022
Main Grape Friulano
Other Grapes
Size 75cl
Closure Cork
A.B.V. 0.13
Production 9000
Aging 2 months in bottle
Soil Clay; silt and sand
Time to drink Now - 2026
Winemaking Detail Fermentation temperature <, 17° C . Left for one night on the skins. The wine is then left for 3 months on the yeasts. Partial malolactic fermentation.

ISA0122WW
Isola Augusta
Friulano
2022
Friuli Latisana
Sustainable farming

Friuli-Venezia Giulia (to use its full name) is an interesting and unique region of North-East Italy famed and much revered for producing some richer textured whites and lighter and fresher reds. With Venice as its capital, the Adriatic to the south, the Austrian Alps to the north and Slovenia to the East it has a mild maritime climate, with cooling winds and moderate summers. A long drawn out growing season ensures ripe grapes with good concentration, especially given their low yields (some of the lowest in Italy). White wine dominates with indigenous varieties Friulano (W), Refosco and Schioppettino (R) shining though. The trend in Friuli winemaking is to express purity of fruit, taking the grapes quickly off the skins, preventing oxidation and using little (if any) oak.

In 1959, Renzo Bassani purchased Isola Augusta after falling in love with the land, having discovered and tasted two bottles of wine made by the winemaker at the time. He immediately recognised the area's natural suitability for viticulture and began renovating the homes of the local peasants. Bassani also renewed the old vines, setting the stage for the production of exceptional wines. The winery, nestled in the heart of Friuli-Venezia Giulia's clay soils, quickly became a beacon of innovation. He replaced many chemical interventions with natural, physical processes and was a pioneer in introducing cold fermentation to the region. The estate is located near Isola Augusta, or "Augusta Island," a name rooted in local legend. It is said that, in ancient times, the land was surrounded by the rivers Tagliamento and Stella, creating the illusion of an island. Since its founding, the estate has remained in the Bassani family, and today, in the third generation, Jacopo continues to manage the vineyards with a focus on sustainability. Under his stewardship, the estate has significantly reduced its environmental impact, replacing nearly all chemical treatments with organic alternatives. Since 1990, the entire facility has been heated naturally using geothermal energy, and in the early 2000s, the company achieved energy self-sufficiency, all while maintaining zero emissions. A standout wine at Isola Augusta is the Schioppettino, or "little gunshot," a unique and exceptional alternative to Pinot Noir.

Tasting note: Soft and peachy nose. Cantaloupe melon and white peach. Melon thickness. Pronounced with gentle leesy richness. Good weight; with a touch of spiced vanilla; green pepper. Gentle lingering finish.
Winemaking Detail: Fermentation temperature < 17° C . Left for one night on the skins. The wine is then left for 3 months on the yeasts. Partial malolactic fermentation.
Features Peach Melon Vanilla Soft Broad

Features Broad, Creamy, Melon, Peach, Soft, Vanilla,
Tasting note Soft and peachy nose. Cantaloupe melon and white peach. Melon thickness. Pronounced with gentle leesy richness. Good weight, with a touch of spiced vanilla, green pepper. Gentle lingering finish.
Drink with
Chicken Kiev, Seafood risotto, Turbot,

Wine details

Country Italy
Region Friuli Latisana
Producer Isola Augusta
Wine Name Friulano
Style Juicy & Ripe
Vintage 2022
Main Grape Friulano
Other Grapes
Size 75cl
Closure Cork
A.B.V. 0.13
Production 9000
Aging 2 months in bottle
Soil Clay; silt and sand
Time to drink Now - 2026
Winemaking Detail Fermentation temperature <, 17° C . Left for one night on the skins. The wine is then left for 3 months on the yeasts. Partial malolactic fermentation.