Nestled on the iconic, amphitheatre-like hills of Rocca Bernarda in Corno di Rosazzo—the historic beating heart of the Friuli Colli Orientali DOC—Specogna stands as one of the most exciting, critically acclaimed, certified organic artisan names in north-eastern Italy.
Driven by the dynamic third generation, brothers Cristian and Michele Specogna, the estate merges deep respect for local tradition with energetic innovation. Their forward-thinking work has earned them recognition by Forbes as a Top Italian Success Story, while Cristian was named Best Italian Winemaker by Vinoway.
The secret behind the immense complexity of Specogna’s wines lies in their old vines andPoncasoil (a highly prized mixture of Eocene marl and sandstone). This unique terroir gives theirorganically farmedwines a signature savoury, crystalline mineral tension.
🥂 The Core Expressions
Pinot Grigio ColliOrientali 2024 (1 x 75cl bottle)
Forget mass-produced, neutral Pinot Grigio. Specogna’s classic expression is a revelation of what the grape can achieve in premium terroir. It is intensely aromaticand texturally rich, bursting with ripe pear, yellow apple, and wild floral notes, beautifully balanced by a crisp, mouth-watering mineral backbone and a long, clean finish.
Sauvignon Blanc Colli Orientali 2024 (1 x 75cl bottle)
A brilliant showcase of high-altitude Friulian Sauvignon. This wine leans into a sophisticated, old-world style, balancing vibrant citrus, pink grapefruit, and passion fruit flavours with complex undertones of fresh tomato leaf, sage, and crushed stone. It is electric, precise, and incredibly elegant.
Friulano Colli Orientali 2024 (1 x 75cl bottle)
The absolute benchmark native white of the region. Sourced from historic plots, Specogna’s Friulano offers a deeply complex, full-bodied palate layer with white peach, bitter citrus, and wild field herbs.It is famed for its signature, highly persistent finish of wild almond and white pepper.
🌟 The Cru & Flagship Selections
Pinot Grigio Ramato Riserva (‘Roche Bernarde’) Colli Orientali 2021 (1 x 75cl bottle)
A stunning homage to ancient Friulian tradition. Rather than instantly pressing the juice away from the skins, the grapes undergo a historical skin-contact maceration. This coppery-rose (Ramato) hue unlocks an entirely new dimension of Pinot Grigio: complex aromas of wild strawberries, pomegranate, and sweet spice, wrapped in a beautifully textured, creamy, and gently structured palate.
Identità (‘Roche Bernarde’ Bianco) 2023 (1 x 75cl bottle)
The ultimate crown jewel of the estate. Identità is a masterfully curated field blend of Friuli’s three most characteristic native white varieties: Friulano (providing power and structure), Malvasia (bringing aromatic spice and floral lift), and Ribolla Gialla (injecting razor-sharp acidity and freshness). Sourced from historic vines planted between 1948 and 1973, it is fermented and aged in large 500-litre oak tonneaux before resting in stainless steel. The result is an absolute powerhouse: an intense, multi-layered nose of candied citrus, walnut husk, exotic fruits, and white pepper, leading into a deeply structured, savoury, and majestic palate builtfor serious gastronomy and long cellar ageing.
🇮🇹 Experience the Peak of Friuli
The Specogna portfolio represents exactly what we love at Iv Cellars: uncompromising artisan family winemaking, respect for native grapes, and an unyielding commitment to capturing true mountain terroir. These are not commercial crowd-pleasers; they are precise, gastronomic wines built for the curious palate.
🛒 Exclusive introductory showcase offer to celebrate the arrival of these stunning Friulian masterpieces in Malta, we are running an exclusive, limited-time introductory offer:
The Specogna Discovery Case - Enjoy a curated 5-bottle journey through the finest plots of the estate. This exclusive package includes the classic Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon, Friulano, the unique skin-contact Ramato, and the majestic flagship Identità—all at a special price.
