Miani
Summary
Miani is a micro-producer in Friuli's Colli Orientali DOC, where winemaker Enzo Pontoni crafts 9,000 bottles annually from family hillside vineyards in Buttrio and Rosazzo, focusing on distinctive white wines from both indigenous and international varieties. The estate's traditional approach combines exceptionally low yields, hand-harvesting, and barrel fermentation with meticulous attention to each vine and barrel, reflecting Pontoni's commitment to elevating Friulian whites.
Heritage & Leadership
Miani is operated by winemaker Enzo Pontoni in the commune of Buttrio within Friuli's Colli Orientali zone. Pontoni manages his family's vineyards, continuing a multi-generational farming tradition in the area. The winery maintains an intentionally small production, crafting approximately 9,000 bottles annually across their range of wines.
Vineyards & Wines
The winery's parcels are located in the hillside zones of Buttrio and Rosazzo within Friuli's Colli Orientali DOC. The portfolio includes both indigenous Friulian varieties and international grapes, with specific bottlings of Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Sauvignon, and Chardonnay. The vineyards are worked entirely by hand, with notably low yields maintained throughout the growing season.
Philosophy & Practice
Miani employs traditional hands-on viticulture with careful attention to each individual vine. The white wines undergo barrel fermentation, a technique that adds textural complexity while preserving varietal character. Every aspect of production maintains an artisanal scale, from the hand harvesting of grapes to the limited bottling quantities for each wine.