N°3 2020 Bressan

Bressan N°3 2020

Overview

Bressan N°3 2020 is a natural red wine from Farra d’Isonzo, Friuli Venezia Giulia. Crafted from an exceptional blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Schioppettino, it embodies the perfect harmony between strength, elegance, and terroir expression. Guided by Fulvio Bressan’s uncompromising philosophy, this wine rejects all technological shortcuts to preserve the purity of nature. A masterpiece born from authenticity and time.

Origin and Philosophy

The N°3 represents Bressan’s dedication to the art of natural winemaking and respect for the land. The vineyards are cultivated without herbicides, pesticides, or synthetic fertilizers, following sustainable and manual practices throughout the year. Low yields ensure concentrated fruit and aromatic complexity. Each grape is hand-harvested at full maturity, reflecting a deep connection between soil, plant, and human craftsmanship.

Winemaking

After careful selection, the grapes are destemmed and fermented naturally using only indigenous yeasts. Maceration lasts about 30 days on the skins, with daily punch-downs, pump-overs, and délestages to extract maximum color and structure. The wine is then separated from the skins and gently pressed before aging for 3–4 years in 2000-liter oak casks. It remains on its fine lees, undergoing natural bâtonnage, and is bottled without filtration.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby-red color with garnet hues. The bouquet opens with vinous and floral notes, evolving into aromas of violet, ripe red berries, undergrowth, toasted spices, and balsamic nuances. The palate is powerful yet refined, with velvety tannins and a rich, layered structure. Persistent and balanced, it leaves a long, elegant finish. A wine that reflects time, place, and soul.

Pairings and Service

Perfect with game, braised meats, truffle-based dishes, or mature cheeses. Serve at 16–18 °C in large glasses to allow full oxygenation. A wine for contemplation, designed for grand occasions and fine dining.
Contains sulfites.

Technical Sheet

• Vintage: 2020

• Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia

• Town: Farra d’Isonzo (Gorizia)

• Producer: Bressan

• Type: Natural Red Wine

• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Schioppettino

• Soil: gravelly and calcareous

• Harvest: manual

• Fermentation: spontaneous with indigenous yeasts, 30-day maceration

• Aging: 3–4 years in 2000 L oak casks on fine lees

• Clarification: none

• Filtration: none

• Alcohol: 13.5% vol

• Format: 0.75 L

• Closure: natural cork

• Serving Temperature: 16–18 °C

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Bressan – Farra d’Isonzo (Gorizia)

History and Tradition

The Bressan family embodies one of the purest and most uncompromising expressions of Friuli Venezia Giulia’s winemaking heritage. Located in Farra d’Isonzo, in the heart of Gorizia province, the estate stands as a symbol of integrity, passion, and resistance to modern conformity. Passed down through generations, Bressan’s philosophy rejects industrial shortcuts and technological manipulation, preserving the true identity of the wine. Every bottle is the result of ancestral wisdom, patience, and total devotion to the land — a living tribute to authenticity and craft.

Philosophy in the Vineyard

In the vineyard, Bressan follows an extremely strict and personal natural philosophy, based on manual labor and complete respect for the vine’s natural cycles. All tasks, from pruning to training, are performed by hand. Massal selection of vines is used, excluding clones and any genetically modified organisms. Only indigenous Friulian varieties are cultivated, ensuring that every plant remains true to its origin. No chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides are ever used, and irrigation is strictly forbidden, since water dilutes the essence of the wine. This discipline gives Bressan’s wines their unmistakable depth and authenticity.

Approach in the Cellar

The Bressan cellar is a sanctuary of purity and minimal intervention. Grapes are harvested manually at full ripeness and vinified using traditional techniques. Fermentation occurs spontaneously, driven solely by native yeasts present on the grape skins, without any synthetic additives or industrial yeasts. Sulfur dioxide is added only in minimal amounts at bottling, remaining within the strictest organic standards. The wines age on their fine lees until bottling, without filtration, preserving their natural richness, texture, and vitality. Every process follows the rhythm of time, allowing each wine to express its full truth and individuality.

The Bressan Identity

What makes Bressan unique is not only its method but its spirit: a refusal of standardization and a celebration of freedom in winemaking. Each bottle is a living entity, with its own character and evolution. The 20 hectares of vineyards are divided across distinct parcels, each with its own soil composition and microclimate, contributing to the remarkable complexity of the wines. Bottling and labeling are done entirely by hand, using natural single-piece corks, ensuring that each wine has its perfect guardian through time. Bressan stands as a beacon of authenticity, craftsmanship, and cultural resistance.