Romans d’Isonzo and its wines

Romans d’Isonzo is a small but significant winegrowing municipality in the province of Gorizia, in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia, within the prestigious area of the Friuli Isonzo DOC.
Its position on the the right bank of the Isonzo, the a mild climate influenced by the Adriatic and the gravelly, mineral-rich soils make it possible to produce fresh, elegant, mineral white wines, as well as reds of great finesse.

Romans d’Isonzo is particularly appreciated for the expression precise and locally rooted, of the indigenous grape varieties, such as Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, but also for the the quality of the international grape varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot e Cabernet Franc.

What is the Romans d’Isonzo wine district?

Romans d’Isonzo falls under the appellation:

• Friuli Isonzo DOC → One of the best-suited areas of Friuli, marked by wines of great freshness, aromatic purity and minerality.

The area extends over plateaux of alluvial origin, with layers of pebbles, sands and silts, which favour quality viticulture, focused on low yields and high varietal expression.

Characteristics of Romans d’Isonzo Wines

Colour

• Whites: Luminous straw yellow with greenish highlights in the young wines.

• Reds: Bright ruby red in the Refoscos and Cabernets.

Aromas

• Fruity: Apple, pear and citrus in the whites; blackberry, cherry and currant in the reds.

• Floral: White flowers, jasmine in the Sauvignon Blanc and Friulano.

• Mineral and Spicy: Briny notes and wet stone in the whites; black pepper and undergrowth in the reds.

Palate

• Fresh and Savoury: In the whites, with lively acidity and a mineral finish.

• Fruity and Spicy: In the reds, with well-integrated tannins and excellent drinkability.

• Harmonious and Persistent: Wines suited both to immediate drinking and to moderate ageing.

Typical Grape Varieties of Romans d’Isonzo

White Grape Varieties

• Friulano (formerly Tocai Friulano): Dry, mineral, with an almond finish.

• Sauvignon Blanc: Aromatic, fresh, with vegetal and citrussy notes.

• Ribolla Gialla: Fresh, floral, perfect for dry wines and sparkling wines.

• Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio: International but with a strong local identity.

Black Grape Varieties

• Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso: Typical, spicy, fresh.

• Merlot: Soft and fruity, easy to drink but capable of elegance too.

• Cabernet Franc: More herbaceous and spicy, with good acidity.

Why Choose a Wine from Romans d’Isonzo?

A wine from Romans d’Isonzo is perfect for those looking for freshness, precision and minerality, which can be paired with raw fish, seafood, white meat, flavoursome first courses and fresh cheeses.
The reds, fresh and spicy, are also ideal for traditional Friulian dishes, cured meats, light roasts.