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Friulano

Same as Sauvignon Vert (aka Sauvignonasse). Pale straw green color. Aromas & flavors: White flowers, almond, green apple.

In a nutshell

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: Lison, Tai, Tocai Friulano (this was the grape’s name until EU laws forced a change to avoid confusion with the protected place-name Tokaji; it is now primarily known as Friulano in Friuli, Lison in eastern Veneto, and Tai elsewhere in Veneto)

Best Known For: White wines of the Northeast

Where Grown: Almost exclusively in Friuli–Venezia Giulia (63%) and Veneto (36%)

Vineyard Area: 2,548 ha (6,294 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

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