Founded by Eugenio Collavini in 1896, this family owned house is now run by Manlio Collavini together with his three sons. Collavini's winery is located near Udine in the Collio region (a strip of hills against the Slovenian border).

This region was only reunited with Italy after the First World War and is reputed to have one of Europe’s most priviledged micro-climates for white wines which dominate the region.

Collavini were among the first to vinify Ribolla Gialla (an ancient local variety) and to implement new winemaking technologies. The winery prides itself on its clean, modern style wines while still retaining the traditions and grape varieties native to the area.

Grapes:     Merlot 100%

Region:     Italy / Friuli Venezia Giulia / Collio DOC

Maker:       Walter Bergnach

Notes:       Great Merlot expression showing plenty of coffee and dark chocolate on the palate with dense and warm oak flavours.

Serve:       At a temperature of 10C to accompany red meats, goat, game and mature cheese.

ABV:          13.50%