Alberto Lot

Colli Orientali del Friuli & Veneto

Alberto Lot is a winemaker and a second-generation farmer from a family deeply rooted in viticulture, though not in winemaking. After studying oenology and gaining experience abroad, he established his own winery in 2006, realizing his lifelong dream. His project focuses on producing natural, sparkling wines from both the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions.

A Philosophy of Purity and Tradition

Alberto's winemaking philosophy is to create pure and natural wines that reflect his deep connection to the land and the traditions passed down by his grandparents.

  • Biodiversity and Sustainability: He farms his vineyards with a deep respect for nature, avoiding the use of herbicides and pesticides.

  • Low Intervention: In the cellar, his approach is hands-off. Fermentation is carried out with native yeasts, and he avoids fining and filtration. He also uses minimal sulfur dioxide (SO2​), often with levels below 20 mg/L.

  • A Family Dream: Alberto considers his work to be the fulfillment of his grandparents' dream to have a family winery. He now works alongside his sister, Caterina, who manages the cellar and business relations.

The Vineyards and Terroir

Alberto's vineyards are located in the border area between the Veneto and Friuli regions, a terroir known for its unique soils.

  • Location: The vineyards are in the Alto Livenza area, straddling the border of the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions.

  • Vineyard Area: He works with a small area of around 4.4 hectares.

  • Grape Varieties: His focus is on local grapes like Glera and Bronner, a disease-resistant grape variety.

  • Soils: The soils in this area are a mix of different compositions, which contributes to the complexity and distinctiveness of his wines.

Winemaking and Process

Alberto's winemaking is centered on the production of sparkling wines, often using the ancestral method (Pet-Nat) or the classic method.

  • Sparkling Wines: He specializes in producing sparkling wines from a blend of his grapes, often bottling them as low-sulfur and zero-filtration wines.

  • Harvest & Fermentation: Grapes are hand-harvested and vinification takes place in the cellar his family inherited.

Signature Wines to Discover

Alberto's wines are known for their lively and refreshing character, with a strong emphasis on purity and drinkability.

  • Filari Ginevra: A sparkling white blend of Glera and Bronner, known for its vibrant acidity and fresh fruit.

  • Fior de Lot: A sparkling white from Bronner, a grape that he works with to showcase its full potential.

  • Filari Margherita: Another sparkling white from Bronner that highlights his natural winemaking style.

Address & Contact

Alberto Lot's winery is a small, personal operation. Visits are by appointment only.

  • Address: Via Cadore 15, 33078 San Martino (PN), Italy.