Tasting notes
Sugar, Acidity, Fruity, Body · Sweet
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickThin caramelized pear and almond tartDessert
Melting pears and caramel reflecting the wine's sweetness; the almond provides a slightly fatty texture balanced by acidity, creating harmony on the mid-palate.
- Honey and ginger roasted chicken with squash purée
Caramelized skin and sweet honey echo the wine's sugar, ginger provides a spicy contrast, while the creamy purée matches the body and low tannic structure.
- Caramelized Pear Tarte TatinDessert
The candied pears and caramel recall the sweetness and fruitiness of the wine, while the acidity of the pastry balances the sweetness to prevent it from being too heavy.
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- Roasted duck breast with spicy orange sauce
Rich meat and a tangy citrus and spice sauce balance the residual sweetness and floral aroma of the wine, creating a counterpoint to the fruity flavors and full-bodied texture.
- Grilled swordfish rolls with citrus sauce
Savory and smoky meat balances the intense sweetness of the wine; the citrus sauce reinforces the acidity and cleanses the palate between sips.
- Grilled peach, burrata and crispy prosciutto salad
The contrast between creaminess and juicy fruit highlights freshness and acidity; the sweetness of the peach harmonizes with the fruity notes and minerality of the wine.
Storage potential between 5 and 10 years
Currently drink vintages 2016 to 2021
Serve between 8°C and 10°C
Common varieties
Verduzzo Friulano
Verduzzo Friulano is a white grape variety native to Italy, mainly cultivated in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. It produces sweet white wines with aromas of ripe fruits, honey, and floral notes.