Attems is a name that encompasses the history of wine in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Indeed there is documentation that confirms ownership of land dedicated to viticulture in Collio by the Attems dynasty dating as far back as 1106, whereas the production of Ribolla Gialla and Refosco can be seen listed in the 1764 general ledgers. A millenary tradition that has made this winery a local reference point, with Count Douglas Attems as key protagonist: to him goes the merit of having founded, in 1964, the Consorzio dei Vini del Collio (Collio Wine Consortium). It was – in chronological terms – the third to have been founded in Italy and the first in the Friuli region.
The story of Attems is thus interwoven with history: from the Patriarchate of Aquileia to the County of Gorizia, from the First World War to the present day. Owned by the Frescobaldi family since the year 2000, Attems denotes a fascinating past, an accomplished present and a future filled with innovation.
The estate extends over 44 hectares of south-facing terraced slopes to the west of Gorizia, protected both from the cold northern winds and the characteristic “bora” wind of Trieste. The area is particularly suited to viticulture, making Friuli Venezia Giulia one of the leading grape-growing regions of Italy already since the end of the 19th century. Attems promotes both native grapes such as Ribolla Gialla, as well as other noble varieties including Sauvignon Banc, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Merlot. Given the particularly idyllic environmental conditions, the vineyards flourish and yield their fruits in an ecosystem in which biodiversity reigns.
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100% Sauvignon Blanc
Straw yellow in colour, Cicinis 2020 is a wine that immediately shows off enveloping aromas of citrus, papaya and the inevitable impression of sage, followed by hints of vanilla, moka and a crescendo of boxwood and jasmine. On the palate, the wine enchants with the balance between its fresh acidity and enveloping body. In the finish, hints of lime, white blackberry and the unmistakable savoury sensation of the wines born in Gorizia’s Collio emerge.
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100% Ribolla Gialla
Brilliant, with golden reflections, the wine’s bouquet is particularly spicy. After a first impression of thyme, notes of white chocolate, dandelion honey and walnut husk emerge. On the palate, it is striking for its volume and complexity. Notes of rosemary and an iodized sensation accompany through the long mineral finish typical of Ribolla del Collio.
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100% Pinot Grigio
The Pinot Grigio Ramato has an inviting peach color with a rosé edge.
Aromas of cherry and wild strawberry immediately catch one’s attention and are followed by wild flowers, iris and a pleasant sensation of bread crust on the nose. The wine is striking for
its freshness and lively citrus finish.
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100% Pinot Grigio
Soft straw yellow colour. The scent is fine yet richly detailed: white plum, lime blossom and a dash of vanilla. Set apart by its complexity, the wine boasts the perfect balance between citrus acidity and velvety structure. Excellent finish of hazelnut and thyme.
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100% Chardonnay
To the eye, it has a nice, rich straw yellow colour. The aroma of Attems Chardonnay combines fruity notes of white fig, quince and mandarin with spicy notes of vanilla and coffee beans. The wine is soft and enveloping, with a good structure. In the persistent finish, hints of toasted bread and pine nuts come to the fore.
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100% Sauvignon Blanc
Clear, bright and with greenish reflections, the wine explodes on the nose with boxwood, lychee and acacia flowers. It is a wine with persisting aromas, and more mature notes of white melon. The flavor is lively and intense with pleasant citrus and scotch broom flowers.