Ronchi di Cialla
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For the savvy drinker, it is commonly known that the diversity of wines beyond Italy's "classic" regions offer a level of quality no other country can compete with. Among these hidden gems, one stands at the very top: Ronchi di Cialla. Established in 1970 by the Rapuzzi family, this winery is nestled near the Slovenian border, boasting a surprisingly warm climate for its northern location in the Friulian hills. While excelling in cultivating wines solely from indigenous grapes, Ronchi di Cialla is renowned for its successful revival of the nearly extinct Schioppettino grape. This achievement has positioned them as a reference point for the variety, alongside only one other estate in Italy, "Sassicaia", to be recognized as DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) or appellation in their own right. Today, the estate is under the management of Pierpaolo and Ivan Rapuzzi, who are not only vintners but also entomologists. They are committed to eco-friendly and sustainable practices
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