Bianco Maisha Collio DOC 2021 - Villa Russiz

Maisha – Villa Russiz

THE COLLIO’S CHARACTER IN ONE BLEND

Maisha by Villa Russiz is a unique Collio white blend that combines Malvasia, Friulano, and Ribolla Gialla. Hand-harvested early in the morning, the grapes undergo a short maceration and gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in 500-liter used tonneaux with native yeasts.

The wine matures on fine lees for at least six months and then rests another twelve in bottle. Brilliant straw yellow in color, it opens with almond, wild herbs, sage, and mint. On the palate, it is round, smooth, and softly acidic—balanced and refined.

Perfect with San Daniele ham, spring herbs (hop shoots, bruscandoli, silene), and shellfish, Maisha celebrates Collio’s native varietals in a sophisticated, expressive way.

Best enjoyed during: springtime lunches, light herb-based dishes, refined appetizers.

This wine Merlot Graf de la Tour briefly

Denomination: Collio DOC
Vintage: 2021
Dosage: Dry
Grape variety: Malvasia, Friulano e Ribolla Gialla
Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia (IT), Capriva del Friuli (GO)
Refinement: Steel and Tonneaux
Serving temperature: 6/8°C
Alcohol content: 14% vol.

Villa Russiz – The soul of Collio: a legacy of elegance, history, and social commitment

Villa Russiz is more than just a winery—it is a place where the noble character of Friulian land intertwines with a visionary spirit, turning wine into a symbol of cultural and social heritage. Founded in 1869 by French Count Theodor de La Tour and his Austrian wife Elvine Ritter, the estate rises among the sun-kissed hills of Capriva del Friuli, in the heart of Collio—one of Italy’s most prestigious wine regions. From the very beginning, Villa Russiz stood out by introducing advanced French-inspired winemaking techniques, paving the way for a legacy of high-quality production that still defines its identity today. The estate’s 50 hectares of vineyards grow on "ponca" soil—Collio’s signature marl—that lends the wines refined aromas and vibrant minerality. Villa Russiz's production philosophy blends agronomic precision, manual harvesting, and winemaking practices that respect the uniqueness of each varietal. Aging takes place in stainless steel or oak barrels, depending on the wine, enhancing the pure expression of each grape. The estate is renowned for its elegant, long-lived white wines—Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Friulano, and Ribolla Gialla—and its structured reds like Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Iconic crus such as Graf de La Tour, Gräfin de La Tour, and Défi de La Tour represent the pinnacle of its production. What truly sets Villa Russiz apart is its social mission: a portion of the proceeds supports the Villa Russiz Foundation, which for over a century has cared for and supported children in need—honoring the humanitarian legacy of Elvine de La Tour. Each bottle, therefore, tells a story not only of soil and vine, but of compassion, dedication, and solidarity. A winery where enological excellence meets ethical purpose, making every glass a tribute to beauty and meaning.