Livio Felluga Terre Alte Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC

Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC, Italy

Flagship white blend from ponca soils; Friulano, Pinot Bianco, and Sauvignon Blanc in proportions varying by vintage. The benchmark of Colli Orientali: white flowers, almond, citrus, and the distinctive ponca mineral salinity. 8 months on lees in French barriques. A wine of great elegance and 10-year ageing potential.

Pairing intelligence

• starter: The canonical regional pairing; Terre Alte's almond and mineral complexity complement the nutty fried Montasio cheese
• starter: Friulian asparagus and Friulian wine; Terre Alte's mineral richness elevates the asparagus and bridges the prosciutto
• fish course: Premium white blend's complexity and mineral depth are ideal with sweet langoustine and the earthy-aromatic saffron