Livio Felluga

Livio Felluga defined the quality standard for Italian white wines over four decades. Based in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, straddling two prestigious DOC zones, the estate spans 240 hectares divided into over 320 individual parcels. Winemaker Andrea Felluga has modernised production without compromising tradition—most notably by adopting screwcaps after five years of testing, preserving the freshness and perfume that distinguish these wines. The result: consistently high-quality bottles that age beautifully and taste vibrant from release.

About Livio Felluga

The estate was founded on a single conviction: exceptional fruit makes exceptional wine. Livio Felluga's vineyards span Friuli Colli Orientali and Collio DOC, with the most prized parcels in the Rosazzo DOCG.

Across 14 planted varieties, Andrea Felluga pursues precision and expression rather than extraction. The Pinot Grigio is intensely flavoured yet balanced; the Friulano stands as a notably restrained and sharply focused rendition of its kind. The house specialises in single-vineyard cru wines that showcase terroir and winemaking craft. For red wine drinkers, the 'Vertigo' Rosso blends Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from Rosazzo's prized sites, offering light, perfumed character.

Livio Felluga Wines in Our Collection

Start with the 2024 Friulano (92pts Falstaff, 93pts James Suckling)—the house's restrained signature style, mineral and dry. The 2024 Pinot Grigio (91pts across Jancis Robinson, Falstaff, James Suckling) delivers intensity without heaviness, perfect for aperitif or seafood. The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc (92pts James Suckling) offers green, flinty character. For serious drinking, the 2011 Terre Alte (92pts James Suckling and Wine & Spirits Magazine) is the estate's flagship white blend from Rosazzo, still developing complexity in bottle. For reds, the 2022 Vertigo Rosso (92pts) balances Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with elegance rather than weight.

Food Pairing

Friulano and Pinot Grigio pair naturally with crustaceans—oysters, langoustines, crab—and white fish carpaccio. Sauvignon Blanc suits goat's cheese, asparagus dishes, and herbaceous preparations. Terre Alte and Abbazia di Rosazzo work with risotto, mushroom pasta, and aged cheeses. The Vertigo Rosso's perfumed, light frame suits roasted chicken, guinea fowl, and herb-dressed lamb rather than heavy red meat.

Why does Livio Felluga use screwcaps?

Winemaker Andrea Felluga tested screwcaps for five years and adopted them to retain freshness and perfume—the qualities that set these wines apart. Screwcap closure prevents oxidation and preserves the wine's delicate aromatics.

What makes Terre Alte special?

Terre Alte, first produced in 1981, is a white blend sourced from Livio Felluga's prized Rosazzo DOCG vineyard. It blends Friulano, Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon Blanc, Malvasia, and Ribolla Gialla, reflecting single-vineyard terroir and decades of refinement.

What is the Curubella Pinot Grigio?

Curubella ferments in ancient 'cocciopesto' containers (terracotta-based aggregate) and ages on lees, creating creamy texture and sweet aromas. It's a unique expression showing how vessel choice shapes wine character.

Who makes Livio Felluga wines?

Winemaker Andrea Felluga leads the estate founded by Livio Felluga in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, northeastern Italy. Based across 240 hectares in the Friuli Colli Orientali and Collio DOC zones, Andrea has modernised production while preserving the house's tradition of precision winemaking.

What style of wine does Livio Felluga make?

Livio Felluga specialises in Italian white wines—Friulano, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon Blanc—marked by mineral, green, flinty character and freshness. The 2024 Friulano scored 92pts. They also produce single-vineyard blends and light, perfumed reds like Vertigo Rosso.

How much does Livio Felluga wine cost?

Livio Felluga wines range between £27.65 and £104.70. Entry-level releases like the 2024 Friulano cost around £30; premium single-vineyard crus and aged bottlings like Terre Alte reach £48–£105.