In the countryside around Aquileia, the vine is grown on mainly sandy-clay soil, along a narrow, flat strip extending from Grado to the fortress of Palmanova. Wine growing here has been top quality for centuries, even though it was only awarded the Doc mark in 1975.
The autochthon wines are Friulano and Verduzzo friulano among the white wines, and the red Refosco dal peduncolo rosso, the wine flying the DOC flag. Plus: Pinot bianco, Pinot grigio, Riesling renano, Sauvignon, Traminer aromatico, Chardonnay and all the Cabernet.
Exploring the wineries, just a stone’s throw from Grado
Between a visit to the archaeological treasures of Aquileia and a stroll through the Friulian countryside, a stop at a winery offers the chance to get to know the region through its producers. Discover the wineries affiliated with the Friuli Aquileia DOC Consortium and contact them directly for information on purchases, visits and tastings. An opportunity to enrich your holiday in Grado and take home a memory to savour.
Vineyards between the plain and the sea
The proximity of the Adriatic Sea contributes to the mild, breezy climate of the DOC Friuli Aquileia region. The alluvial soils, with their sandy and clayey components, and the temperature variations between day and night favour the ripening of the grapes and the development of their aromas. A meeting of land and sea that contributes to the identity of this region’s wines. The vine was lovingly cultivated with dedication in the countryside of Aquileia first by the Celts, and then by the Romans.
In the 3rd century AD, the Greek historian, Herodian, wrote his “History of the Emperor Massimino” where he described the countryside of Aquileia as: “trees planted at equal distances and combined with their vines to create a joyous picture, so the lands appear to be adorned with leafy crowns.”