Wine at the Table
Friulano
The short answer
Friulano is a white Italian wine from Friuli Venezia Giulia, made from Friulano (formerly Tocai Friulano). It tastes almond, pear, gently herbal and pairs best with prosciutto, frico and antipasti.
- Style
- Almond, pear, gently herbal, Friuli Venezia Giulia
- Glass
- White wine glass at 48°F / 9°C
- Strength
- About 13% ABV
Where it comes from
Renamed from Tocai Friulano after a European ruling protected the Hungarian name Tokaji.
What you need
- Grape: Friulano (formerly Tocai Friulano)
- Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia
- Style: Almond, pear, gently herbal
How Larry builds it
- 01
Get the temperature right. Serve at 48°F / 9°C. Pull it from the fridge a few minutes before pouring.
- 02
Pour with food. Built for the table: prosciutto, frico and antipasti.
- 03
Larry's tip. Friuli's prosciutto wine — San Daniele and a glass.
Larry’s rule: Friuli's prosciutto wine — San Daniele and a glass.
Variations worth making
Questions people ask
What food goes with Friulano?
Friulano pairs well with prosciutto, frico and antipasti.
What grape is Friulano made from?
Friulano (formerly Tocai Friulano), grown in Friuli Venezia Giulia.
What does Friulano taste like?
Almond, pear, gently herbal.
What temperature should Friulano be served at?
About 48°F / 9°C.
What to eat with it
Pour it like Larry
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