Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC Chardonnay, Spiule, by Tenuta di Angoris. A small oenological jewel from the heart of Friuli. The Colli Orientali are characterised by a varied landscape. Morainic hills alternate with alluvial plains and hilly areas. This variety of soils, combined with the influence of the nearby sea, gives the wines produced here a unique minerality and freshness. But let us proceed in order. The name ‘Spiule’, in Friulian, means ‘spigolare’, i.e. to harvest the ears of wheat left over after the harvest. A meaningful name that evokes peasant tradition and love for the land. In Friuli, Chardonnay can count on an ideal terroir that allows it to express great aromatic complexity and intense minerality. A pure Chardonnay, this Angoris white is vinified partly in steel and partly in wood, to give it greater structure and complexity. After an ageing period of 12 months, the wine is blended and refined in the bottle for a further 14 months. This long ageing process allows the wine to reach its full maturity. Spiule presents itself in the glass with a brilliant golden yellow colour. On the nose, the bouquet is intense and complex, with notes of ripe peach, yoghurt, custard and mineral hints. In the mouth, it is dry, savoury and rounded, with lively acidity and a lingering minerality. A versatile wine, Spiule is suitable for a variety of occasions. Perfect as an aperitif, it also pairs well with fish dishes, shellfish, white meats and fresh cheeses. Thanks to its structure and complexity, however, it can also accompany more structured dishes. Try it with a seafood risotto or with classic Sunday chicken.