Cabernet Franc 2022 Ferlat

Ferlat Cabernet Franc 2022

A refined and vibrant Friulian red, full of character

Ferlat’s Cabernet Franc 2022 is a pure and expressive interpretation of this varietal, grown organically in the heart of Friuli. The vineyards are located in Cormòns, on gravelly and alluvial soils that lend freshness, minerality, and energy to the wine. The vines are cultivated following sustainable principles with minimal intervention, allowing the grape to reflect the territory and vintage faithfully.

Philosophy in the vineyard

Ferlat adopts a respectful and transparent approach to viticulture, avoiding synthetic chemicals and encouraging biodiversity in the vineyard. The vines, many of which are 20–25 years old, benefit from breezy conditions and wide diurnal shifts, ensuring excellent grape ripeness and aromatic precision.

Approach in the cellar

Vinification is done with the intention of preserving purity and finesse. Fermentation is spontaneous with native yeasts, and the wine undergoes a short maceration in steel vats. Maturation continues in stainless steel and cement tanks to maintain brightness and varietal identity. The result is a fresh, structured and precise wine, without overpowering oak influence.

Tasting notes

Colour: Deep ruby red with violet reflections.
Nose: Vibrant aromas of red currants, wild herbs, crushed pepper, and light balsamic nuances.
Palate: Linear and juicy, with bright acidity, silky tannins, and a savory, mineral finish. Elegant and gastronomic.

Food pairings

Perfect with grilled vegetables, roasted duck, charcuterie, or even mildly spicy dishes.

Technical sheet

🟣 Name: Cabernet Franc
🍇 Producer: Ferlat
🌍 Region: Cormòns, Friuli Venezia Giulia – Italy
🍇 Grapes: 100% Cabernet Franc
🌱 Farming: Organic (uncertified)
🕰️ Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, short skin contact
🛢️ Aging: Steel and cement
📦 Alcohol: 13% vol
🌡️ Serving temperature: 15–17°C
🍽️ Pairings: Duck, cured meats, grilled vegetables

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Ferlat – Wines of Borderlands and Identity, in Cormons

In the beating heart of the Friulian Collio, in Cormons, nestled among the final eastern folds of Friuli Venezia Giulia near the Slovenian border, Ferlat stands as one of the most authentic and quietly revolutionary voices of the region. Today, Federico Ferlat and his family farm 6 hectares of vines organically, with an artisanal, essential, and deeply site-driven approach.

A Friulian identity, never clichéd

Ferlat’s wines are born from a clear philosophy: no trend-chasing, only listening to the vineyard and the vintage. The Collio can be bright and saline, but also deep and textural. Each wine aims to reveal the true nature of the grape (Friulano, Malvasia Istriana, Merlot, Refosco, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon) through spontaneous fermentations, minimal intervention maceration, and ageing in steel or large wooden casks, depending on the character of the fruit.

A frontier land with a farmer’s soul

Ferlat is a borderland winery, shaped by diverse cultures, languages, and rural traditions. This plural identity lives in the wines, which are free yet rigorous, vibrant yet balanced. Federico’s hand is precise but never intrusive, and a deep rural sensibility pervades the work: there is obsessive care for grape health, vineyard biodiversity, and the natural flow of winemaking.

A personal, recognizable style

The whites are often luminous, vertical, and saline, but never lack texture and depth. The skin-contact wines are never caricatures: Friulano and Pinot Grigio Ramato are reference points for balance and integrity. The reds, from Refosco to Merlot, speak the Friulian dialect of the soil, with sculpted tannins and pure fruit.