Friuli Venezia Giulia / Italy

ROCCA BERNARDA

Rocca Bernarda is among the first wine estates, dating back to 1559, and considered one of the finest in Friuli. Situated in the superb location of Rocca Bernarda, it enjoys a unique microclimate and boasts spectacular terraced vineyards protected by the Julian Alps. Rocca Bernarda has contributed greatly to the awareness of and appreciation for its native grapes, particularly the Picolit, revitalized by the illustrious Perusini family who owned the estate.

Appellation: DOC Friuli Colli Orientali, DOCG Colli Orientali del Friuli Picolit
Production: 100,000 btls/year	Soil: The soil, formed over 40 million years ago, is often called "Flysch of Cormòns" and consists of an alternation of layers of marl (calcareous clays) and sandstone (calcified sands) with a very typical appearance.
Production: 100,000 btls/year	Climate: The Julian Alps protect the grapes from the cold Bora winds, allowing the grapes the warmth they need to ripen.
Founded: 1559	Land size: 39
Age of Vines: 100	Agriculture: Conventional

Grape Variety:
Picolit, Pignolo, Refosco dal Pedunculo Rosso

Owner

Sagrivit

Winemaker

Marina Polencic

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