2022 Vie di Romans Flors di Uis

Founded in 1907 and led by Gianfranco Gallo since 1978, Vie di Romans has made a name for itself as one of the top estates in Friuli, with respect for local terroirs in Friuli‑Isonzo. The vineyards are located near the Isonzo river, on alluvial soils with good drainage. The climate combines Adriatic warmth with cool cross winds (Bora), ideal for maintaining acidity and freshness. The estate Vie di Romans is located in the Isonzo – the lower part of Friuli – between the Adriatic Sea and Collio. Because the land warms up during the day and cools down at night, there is often wind here. These conditions are ideal for viticulture. The wind quickly dries the grapes when they are wet, so they hardly need to be treated with pesticides.

Flors di Uis means “The flowers of the grape”. It is a blend of Malvasia Istriana (about 55%), Rhein Riesling (±31%) and Friulano (±14%), originating from the Isonzo DOC in Friuli‑Venezia Giulia. Together they are a symphony of aromas, potent structure and pleasure.

After manual harvesting, the grapes undergo a cool pre-fermentation, followed by fermentation in stainless steel vats (16–25 °C) for approx. 16–25 days. The wine is then aged on the lees in stainless steel for 8 months, followed by 9 months in bottle before bottling. This method provides aromatic complexity and texture.

Flors di Uis shows itself deep straw yellow to gold, with green sheen. In the nose appear refined flowers such as chamomile and jasmine, ripe white and yellow fruit – pear, apricot, peach – and minerality with citrus and honey accents. In the mouth the wine is full, with a fine balance of ripe fruit, fresh acidity and light complexity. The taste evolves with notes of lime, wet stone, ginger and a refined spiciness with a clean, mineral finish. The mouthfeel is beautifully creamy and fleshy. The balance and aromatic intensity are absolutely spot-on. Always high scores from Parker and Suckling.

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