About the producer
Nestled in the Collio region of Friuli, a picturesque area straddling the border between Italy and Slovenia in northeastern Italy, lies the intimate cellar of Terre del Faet. Here, amidst this idyllic setting, the youthful and ambitious Andrea Drius passionately crafts his impressive wines. In 2011, Andrea embarked on his winemaking journey with unwavering courage and determination, revitalizing a project once tended by his grandparents. Since then, he has made significant advancements in both the vineyard and cellar, steadfastly committed to showcasing the very essence of his terroir. From his meticulously tended 6 hectares of vines, which boast an average age ranging between 50 and 100 years old.
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Andrea crafts five exquisite white wines—Friulano, Malvasia, Ribolla Gialla, and Pinot Bianco—alongside one captivating red, Merlot. Rooted deeply in tradition, with a profound connection to the land and his familial heritage, Andrea emerges as a young luminary on the winemaking horizon, poised for a trajectory of continued excellence.
In the Vineyard
Organic biodynamic practices
Organic practices but not certified
Total area under vine
6 hectares
Location of vineyards
Vineyards located in the Pradis area, the warmest region of Colli
Soil details
Ponca, a combination of marl and sandstones with traces of marine foss
Grapes
Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia, Pinot Bianco, Merlot
In the Cellar
Winemaker
Andrea Drius
Fermentation practices
Temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel, concrete and tonneaux
Yeast utilized
Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts
Filtration stabilization
Light filtration and cold stabilization
Fermentation & aging vessels
All wines undergo temperature controlled fermentation and aging in a combination of stainless steel and cement,15% in neutral French tonneaux, Rosso aged in old barrique
Additional notes
Winemaking style
Andrea takes a very natural and hands off approach to winemaking and allows for all of his wines to remain on the lees for the entirety of their life in barrel and tank.
Wines produced
Friulano, Pinot Bianco, Malvasia, Ribolla Gialla, Collio Vino da Uve Autoctone, Decimo, Merlot
Total production
Depending on the vintage, roughly 30-35,000 bottles are produced each year
