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Popular Places in Friuli Venezia Giulia

Popular Destinations in Friuli Venezia Giulia

Thumbnail Wine tasting at Bessich Winery
Fontanafredda, Pordenone
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 20
From €12.00
“Tasting of 8 Bessich wines, a moment to get to know the Friuli region”
Thumbnail Guided tasting of premium Friulian wines at Borgo San Daniele
Cormons, Gorizia (Collio)
1 Hour 15 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €25.00
“Discover the friulan soul with wine tasting and sampling of typical products”
Thumbnail Standard wine tasting at Marina Danieli Estate
Buttrio, Udine (Colli Orientali)
45 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 25
From €17.00
“Discover the world of Marina Danieli”
Thumbnail Wine tasting experience at Casali Aurelia Winery
Carlino, Udine (Colli Orientali)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 50
From €12.00
“The vision of the Filippi family is the love for their grapes, passion in turning them into wine and ambition to share the result”
Thumbnail Walking the Vineyards
Manzano, Udine (Colli Orientali)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum Not Specified
From €31.00
“A walk in the vineyards to discover the scents and landscapes of the Colli Orientali del Friuli with a tasting of 2 labels.”
Thumbnail Deluxe wine tasting at Marina Danieli Estate
Buttrio, Udine (Colli Orientali)
1 Hour
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 25
From €32.00
“Discover the characteristics of each vinification tank, then combine every single glass of wine with a traditional dish of our region.”
Thumbnail Large wine tasting at Marina Danieli Estate
Buttrio, Udine (Colli Orientali)
1 Hour
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 25
From €25.00
“Discover the vinification process and understand the importance of wine pairing.”
Thumbnail "Desiderium" tour and tasting at Tenuta Luisa
Mariano del Friuli, Gorizia
1 Hour
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €35.00
“Let's immerse ourselves in the flavors of Tenuta Luisa and Friuli Venezia Giulia”
Thumbnail Pinot Noir Declinations
Manzano, Udine (Colli Orientali)
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum Not Specified
From €75.00
“A unique Wine Experience to discover all the secrets of Pinot Noir with a final tasting”
Thumbnail Vintage tasting at Marina Danieli Estate
Buttrio, Udine (Colli Orientali)
1 Hour
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 25
From €37.00
“Learn the changing of colour, bouquet and taste of the wines during the years.”
Thumbnail Wine Tasting at Vitas Winery
Cervignano del Friuli, Udine
45 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 4, Maximum Not Specified
From €10.00
“Villa Vitas is ready to welcome you for a tasting of 4 fine wines”

More information on Friuli Venezia Giulia

Friuli Venezia Giulia is located on the border with Slovenia and Austria, enclosed between the Adriatic Sea and the Alps. Its rich and unique cultural heritage is the result of centuries of different cultures intersecting on this land. Nowadays, Friuli Venezia Giulia offers the opportunity to dive into its winemaking traditions and explore the excellences of this territory during various winery tours and memorable tastings of local wine.

During your wine tastings in Friuli Venezia Giulia, you will certainly taste some of the region's great white wines, often known as "super whites". As the geographical characteristics and climate of this territory create the conditions for quality viticulture, vines were cultivated here since ancient times. The coming and going of different populations in Friuli Venezia Giulia resulted in the presence of both international and local vines which are often blended to obtain the perfect balance. The region's Designations of Origin currently include ten DOC wines, four DOCGs and three IGTs.

Which food to taste in Friuli Venezia Giulia?

As any borderland, Friuli Venezia Giulia's cuisine was influenced over time by the different cultures that crossed its lands. This means that, between your wine tastings and winery visits in Friuli Venezia Giulia, you will have the chance to taste some unique dishes that cannot be found in other areas of Italy. Some must-tries of the region are: Frico, polenta, Toc' in braide, Blecs, Cjalsons, Golas, Prosciutto di San Daniele DOP.

Which wines to taste in Friuli Venezia Giulia?

Plan a winery tour or wine tasting to discover Friuli Venezia Giulia's great wines and learn more about the many vine varieties that you can find in this area. The region boasts a great heritage of native vines, enriched over time by the introduction of some international vines, such as Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The native vines include Tocai Friuliano, Verduzzo Friuliano, Picolit, Schioppettino, Pignolo, Tazzelenghe, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, Terrano e Vitovska. Other varieties that were introduced over time from the neighboring areas are Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia Istriana, Gewürztraminer, Müller-Thurgau, Rhine Riesling and Riesling.

Which is the best season to visit Friuli Venezia Giulia?

The best time for wine lovers to visit Friuli Venezia Giulia is between spring and autumn when the temperatures are rather pleasant and the days are sunnier, allowing you to enjoy a wine tasting or winery tour immersed in the region's beautiful landscape. Towards the end of May, Cantine Aperte (Open Wineries) usually takes place, an event dedicated to wine enthusiasts who want to discover the territory and visit its cellars.

What things to do in Friuli Venezia Giulia?

Friuli Venezia Giulia offers many cultural activities and stunning sceneries other than touring vineyards, visiting wineries and tasting its excellent wines. Some of the region's highlights we recommend visiting if possible are Trieste and its Miramare Castle, Udine, Fusine's lakes, Aquileia and its Roman ruins. Otherwise, take a day trip to nearby Slovenia and visit its famous Postojna cave and Pedjama Castle.