Find and Book Wineries to Visit in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

If you are planning to fly to wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, you have two options. The regional and international Friuli-Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) is 20 km away from Gorizia, 33 from Trieste, 40 from Udine and 80 from Pordenone. Another possibility is to land at the international Marco Polo Airport of Venice (VCE), is much further away but offers a wider range of destinations.

If you are planning to travel by car to wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, three motorways are advisable to choose: A4 Turin-Trieste, A23 Tarvisio-Udine-Palmanova and A28 Portogruaro-Pordenone-Conegliano Veneto. 
Motorways have tolls in Italy, so if you don't want to pay, check the numerous state roads that connect wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia.

If you are planning to reach wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia by train, you should get to Trieste or Udine using high-speed trains (Frecciarossa or Italo) and then travel with regional trains around the region. 

The ideal time to visit wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia is... all year around! The region offers something for every season: in winter snow and sports in the mountains and a chance to visit Trieste and Udine without crowds. Spring temperatures are perfect for touring by car, by bike or on foot, and May and June bring flowery Alpine meadows. Summer is perfect for lolling on the beaches and for sports in the mountains, while autumn with its cooler temperatures brings the wine-harvest miracle.

Wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia have a reputation of being very quality-conscious, small-scale winemakers. As the rest of Italy, the wineries' style is unparalleled. Historical, family-owned, devoted to tradition matched with modern technology, whilst many of them show great respect towards sustainability and organic viticulture. The people of this area are constantly pushing towards innovation in winemaking. What’s interesting is that innovation comes from both past and future technologies.

Wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia offer diversity of facilities and services to create unforgettable experiences for you and your travel companions.
Tasting halls, outdoor spaces and cellars are almost all equipped with reduced mobility access for physically challenged people. Due to the high sense of family traditions, the vast majority of the wineries offer activities for kids and allow pet owners to bring their animals. The great difference though comes from the fact that most of the wineries operate as an alternative tourism farms and also offer accommodation services and a restaurant. This is a great way to experience a full experience at wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia and taste the multi-cultural local cuisine.

Wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia grow thirty different grape varieties, which is a big number for such a small wine region!
Friulano, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Malvasia, Picolit, Verduzzo, and Ribolla Gialla are the most famous white varieties (the real deal in Friuli-Venezia Giulia!).
Among the red varieties we can find: Refosco, Schioppettino, rare Pignolo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot trying to catch up the dominance of the white grape varieties.

Here are some useful language tips that might help you during your visit in wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia:

• Wine = Vino


• Winery = Cantina


• Vineyard = Vigneto


• Vine = Vigna


• Red Wine = Vino Rosso


• White Wine = Vino Bianco


• Prosecco is always Prosecco!


• Wine Route = Strada del Vino


• Wine Tasting = Degustazioni di Vino


• Cheers! = Cin Cin! or Salute!

If you'll ever find yourself ordering a coffee in Trieste, be sure to call it with its proper name! Ask for a nero if you want the classic espresso, nero in b is the espresso but served in a tiny glass, capo is the espresso macchiato and capo in b is the espresso macchiato served in a tiny glass.

These are the best wineries to visit in Friuli-Venezia Giulia:

• Conti Tacoli Asquini


• La Viarte


• Cantina Turus


• Borgo delle Oche

These wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia have restaurants:

• Azienda Cantarutti Alfieri

These wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia have accommodation:

• Villa Vitas


• Tenuta Luisa


• Azienda Agricola Grillo Iole


• Colutta Wines

Most of the wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia are located in the wine regions in the countryside. The best way to prepare a visit to a winery in Friuli is to book your visit in advance on our website.

The best wineries to visit during your holiday or vacation to Friuli-Venezia Giulia are:

• Azienda Cantarutti Alfieri


• La Viarte


• Borgo delle Oche


• Tenuta Luisa

These wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia have cellar door sales:

• Villa Vitas

These wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia are open to the public with booking in advance:

• Colutta Wines


• Tenuta Villanova


• Borgo delle Oche


• Cantina Turus

This is our selection of small & boutique wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia that you can visit:

• Marco Scolaris

These are the best family wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia that you can visit:

• Conti Tacoli Asquini


• Cantina Turus


• Azienda Agricola Grillo Iole


• Villa Vitas

Use our interactive Friuli-Venezia Giulia winery map to browse wineries near Trieste, Udine and Pordenone.

Most of the vineyards of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia are located in the southern half of the region, including the large wine regions of Collio Goriziano, Colli Orientali del Friuli, Isonzo and Carso. The Lison-Pramaggiore region is shared with the Veneto.

The best way to visit wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, is by renting a car for flexibility and easy access to rural areas. Guided wine tours provide convenience, transportation, and expert guidance. Public transportation, including trains and buses, can be used to reach major towns, with local buses or taxis for winery visits. Bicycle tours offer a leisurely option for exploring the region's landscapes. Private transfers provide personalized transportation. Prioritize researching and contacting wineries in advance to confirm availability and any reservation requirements. This ensures a seamless experience while visiting wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia.

Friuli-Venezia Giulia is known for its vibrant wine industry, encompassing a wide range of wineries. While the exact number may vary due to factors such as new establishments and changes in ownership, it is estimated that there are around 1,500 wineries in the region. These wineries vary in size, from small family-owned and operated vineyards to larger commercial estates.