Venica & Venica Ronco del Cero Collio Sauvignon, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Rooted in nearly a century of family heritage, the 2024 Venica & Venica Ronco del Cero Collio Sauvignon, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, captures the soul of Collio’s rolling hills through the lens of Sauvignon Blanc. Drawing from vineyards with diverse exposures and sun-soaked slopes, this wine reveals a vibrant interplay of fruit, florals, and minerality that reflects the distinct personality of each parcel.

Product Details:

• Wine: Ronco del Cero Collio Sauvignon
• Producer: Venica & Venica
• Winemaker: Gianni Venica
• Region: Collio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
• Vintage: 2024
• Grape Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Alcohol Content: 13.5% ABV
• Total Acidity: 5.1‰
• Vineyard Location: Hillsides surrounding the estate in Collio DOC
• Soil Composition: Marly sandstone
• Harvest: Hand-harvested between early and late September 2024
• Vinification: Maceration for 18–20 hours at 10–12°C in oxygen-free, temperature-controlled containers using recycled fermentation CO₂
• Aging: 90% in stainless steel, 10% in large wooden barrels (20–27 HL) for 6 months on the lees
• Bottling: Bottled on full moons between March and July 2024

Sensory Description:

This Sauvignon Blanc opens with a vibrant bouquet of yellow peach, melon, and elderflower. On the palate, it delivers bright, mouthwatering freshness supported by a savory mineral core and delicate floral nuances. The well-integrated acidity and refined texture carry the flavors through a long, elegant finish, showcasing both depth and finesse.

Winemaker's Background:

Venica & Venica, founded by Daniele Venica in 1930, is now led by third-generation winemaker Gianni Venica. The family’s 22-hectare estate in Dolegna del Collio continues to honor its rich heritage while embracing innovation in the cellar and sustainable practices in the vineyard. By carefully managing each vineyard’s exposure, elevation, and ripening schedule, Venica & Venica consistently crafts wines that express the unique character of Friuli’s Collio DOC, blending tradition and modern expertise.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 12–13°C in a white wine glass to highlight its layered aromatics and vibrant minerality. Ideal pairings include vegetable ravioli, grilled prawns with lime, fried zucchini flowers, oven-baked scallops au gratin, and salmon tagliolini with aromatic herbs.

The 2024 Venica & Venica Ronco del Cero Collio Sauvignon, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy stands as a graceful reflection of Collio’s diverse terroir and Venica & Venica’s enduring legacy, delivering purity, freshness, and elegance in every glass.