2020 Vie di Romans Dut' Un Magnum

History of Vie di Romans and the Friuli region

Founded in the early twentieth century, Vie di Romans has been led by Gianfranco Gallo since 1978. He reformed the vineyards and laid the foundation for a strict terroir-oriented approach on chalky clay soils near the Slovenian border. Friuli-Venezia Giulia is known for its cool sea breezes and continental climate, ideal for preserving fresh acidity and aromatic intensity in white grapes.

Region, climate and wine practice in Friuli

The vineyards are located around Mariano del Friuli, near the Isonzo river. The climate is temperate with cool northern winds that slow down ripening and maintain lively acidity. On about 60 hectares, grapes are grown using natural methods with low yields, which contributes to a concentrated expression of the fruit

Grape varieties and style of Vie di Romans Dut' Un 2021

The 2021 Dut' Un is a blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Sauvignon Blanc. This combination creates a harmonious whole: the Chardonnay brings roundness and fruit richness, the Sauvignon Blanc adds freshness and spicy nuances. The wine matured on the lees in stainless steel vats for nine months, without malolactic fermentation, to preserve purity and structure.

Vinification, harvest and maturation of the 2021 vintage

The grapes were carefully harvested in 2021, followed by soft pressing and controlled temperature fermentations between 16–19 °C. Fermentation was followed by nine months of maturation in rvs-sur-lees, which gives the wine texture and complexity. No malolactic conversion took place, so that the fresh acidity was preserved.

Color, aroma and taste of Dut' Un 2021

Visually, the wine shows a bright golden color with green reflections. In the nose there are aromas of butter, citrus, green vegetables, fresh almond, mint, sage and herbs such as chamomile and sage. In the mouth, the wine presents itself soft, rich, structured and elegant, with notes of mirabelles, citrus, jammy fruit and a long, velvety finish. This version is a magnum of 1.5 liters.

Rating by international wine critics

The 2021 Dut' Un is praised as one of the top wines from Friuli Isonzo. James Suckling rated it 93 points and spoke of "intense and complex wine with notes of cotton candy, Mirabelle plums, straw and candied citrus". Robert Parker also praises older vintages for their rich structure and ripe fruit, with scores of up to 96+ points.

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Wine and food pairings with Vie di Romans Dut' Un 2021

• Baked scallops with fennel and orange – The fresh citrus and floral notes complement the delicacy of the wine.
• Risotto with Green Asparagus and Parmesan – The soft structure and creamy texture work in harmony with the ripe fruit characters and lively acidity.
• Baked Salmon with Dill and Creamy Lemon Sauce – The buttery, citrusy aromas complement the rich fish and fresh acidity.
• Fried squid with garlic and parsley – The crispiness and spicy notes of the dish are balanced by the savoury and mineral notes in the wine.
• Stuffed chicken fillet with mozzarella and tomato salsa – This surprising flavour combination goes well with the fresh fruit and the complexity of herbs.
• Tagliatelle with truffle cream sauce and Parmesan cheese – Rich creaminess and earthy notes offer a luxurious combination with the refined complexity of this Friulian white.