Verduzzo Giallo is a distinctive white grape variety native to the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region in northeastern Italy. Renowned for its vibrant aromatic profile, it typically exhibits notes of honey, ripe apricot, and yellow peach, with nuanced hints of almond and wildflowers. On the palate, Verduzzo Giallo combines a lively acidity with a medium to full body, often finishing with a gentle tannic grip—a rare characteristic for white wines—giving it remarkable structure and length.
The grape thrives in the Colli Orientali del Friuli and Collio DOC zones, where the cool Alpine breezes and mineral-rich soils enable it to achieve full ripeness while retaining freshness. Verduzzo Giallo is vinified in both dry and sweet styles, though it is particularly celebrated for luscious, late-harvest or passito wines that showcase opulent flavours of dried fruits, honey, and subtle spice.
Food pairings are notably versatile. Dry versions complement mature cheeses, cured meats, and herb-roasted poultry, while the sweet styles pair exquisitely with almond-based desserts, spiced pear tarts, and blue cheese, making Verduzzo Giallo an exceptional and adaptable choice for refined dining experiences.