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Gelisi  Antonio  and  discover  the  flavors  of  Italy  

Vino  di  Friuli  Venezia  Giulia  y  Lombardia  

Friuli Grave is considered to be among the world’s greatest wine producing regions. The transformation of Gelisi’s grapes into incredible wine benefit by growing on an elevated plain in a climate sheltered by the Alps while being nurtured by the warm winds of the Adriatic Sea.

Gelisi Antonio’s vineyards are planted among stones that absorb the day’s sunshine and release heat during the night keeping climatic conditions constant and protracting the vintage period. The accumulated heat ensures that the vines yield grapes with a higher sugar content and more intense aromas and fragrances, making the wines truly unique.

Sergio Gelisi’s farm rests in the Pordenone DOC zone which extends across the western half of Friuli Venezia Giulia

During the post WWII years, the national body Tre Venezie constituted in Villotte of San Quirino, 59 estates to be assigned to the same number of Istrian families that lost everything in their beloved Istria. Two of these estates belong to the Gelisi family. They are completely planted with vines mostly grown with guyot system.

San Quirino The Villa of the Cattaneo is a sixteenth-century parish church considered to be the most splendid architectural building of the area. It was built in 1600 in the town center and has an important facade with four unique mullioned windows set one upon the other. True to his love for his new homeland, every bottle of Gelisi Antonio symbolizes the Villa Cattaneo on its label.

Podere Gelisi Antonio, San Quirino, Italy

Sergio Gelisi is the owner of Gelisi Antonio vineyards and grew up working with his father and the wine’s namesake, Antonio, who still mentors Sergio. Sergio’s sister, Roberta, manages the vineyard’s business operations.

The Gelisi family, 2010

“Crisp, fresh aroma of citrus, reminiscent of pear and golden apple; pleasantly dry with a

silky finish”

Denominazione di Origine Controllata (D.O.C.)

Serve at 65°F

Ideal accompaniment to white meats and grilled fish, cream sauces, and rice courses

The warm winds from the Adriatic Sea are trapped by the Southern Alps creating a Grave, or

“rocky” soil. This challenges Sergio Gelisi to balance the pervasive acidity in this soil to

produce a crisp, light-bodied refreshing wine.

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“Slightly sweet with a lovely mix of honey, tropical fruits and almonds wrapped in a deep

golden color”

Denominazione di Origine Controllata (D.O.C.)

Serve at 63°F

Pair with: White meats and grilled fish, cream sauces, and a day at the beach!

The warm winds from the Adriatic Sea are trapped by the Southern Alps creating a Grave, or “rocky” soil. This challenges Sergio Gelisi to balance the pervasive acidity in this soil to produce a crisp,

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“Ideal aperitif, nuances of golden delicious apples and honey, aromatic with acacia blossom”

Denominazione di Origine Controllata (D.O.C.)

Pair with: Desserts, fish, and white meats

Serve at 52°F

The fresh, zesty Prosecco originates from the superior growing fields of the Friuli-Grave. Known for its intensely fruity white wines, Gelisi’s Prosecco offers a fresh, zesty flavor, with nuances of golden delicious apples and honey and an appealing vein

of acidity on the finish.

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“Burst of citrus, peach, and crisp refreshment”

Denominazione di Origine Controllata (D.O.C.)

Pair with: Desserts, fish, and salty snacks

Serve at 52°F

The refreshing, crisp Prosecco is crafted in a Brut style that originates from the superior growing

fields of the Friuli-Grave. Known for its intensely fruity white wines, Gelisi’s Prosecco offers a fresh,

zesty flavor, with nuances of sparkling peach flavor. Partake in a Venetian tradition and use Gelisi’s Prosecco to make the perfect Bellini!

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“Fruity and soft with flavors of cherries and plum”

Denominazione di Origine Controllata (D.O.C.)

Serve at 68°F

Pairs nicely with grilled meats, pizza, and BBQ

Sergio Gelisi handpicks only the ripest Merlot grapes from his farm in Northeastern Italy. Since it’s fermented and aged in stainless steel vats, this

D.O.C. Merlot is medium-bodied without the “oakiness” common with Californian Merlots. The pleasingly long, smooth, and a bit spicy aftertaste

captures the essence of the Friuli region.

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“Aggressive, aristocratic, well structured”

Denominazione di Origine Controllata (D.O.C.)

Serve at 68°F

Pairs nicely with grilled meats, pizza, and BBQ

Well balanced with a medium body and an outstanding structure, it exhibits aromas of sweet

red pepper that combine with notes of vanilla, licorice, and roasted almonds that complement the elegant, sweet and rounded tannins. This wine has a soft entrance with an exquisite explosion of fruits

and spices leading to a long finish.

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#1 red wine in US military exchanges

Sweet and a bit frothy with aromas of fragrant bouquets of violets and jam

Blend: 60% Croatina, 30% Barbera, 10% Uva Rara

Serve at 62°F

The “Blood of Judas” comes from the little-known northern Italian region of Oltrepò

Pavese in Lombardy. Its name recalls Judas, the 13th apostle who betrayed Jesus. Legend has it that the name was given by Friars who

disapproved of its stimulating and aphrodisiac effects.

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#1 wine, red or white, in overseas US military exchanges

“Fruity with subtle effervescence”

Pair with: Desserts, fruits, and very fine pastries

Serve at 52°F

The elegant, sweet, and delicate Moscato Dolce comes from the little-known northern Italian region of Oltrepò Pavese in Lombardy. It’s enhanced by an

intense and subtle effervescence that sends your taste buds waltzing across your palate.

The perfect dessert wine!

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Proven Success of Gelisi Antonio wines * Winner Oscar Regionale 2010 “Best Wine of the Friuli”

* #1 wine in overseas military exchanges for the past 5 years Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Belgium, Netherlands,

Japan, Korea, and Okinawa * #1 & #2 of 1,485 wines in Langley AFB, VA in only 90 days

* #1 & #2 wines in Lackland AFB, TX for all of 2009 in only 84 days * #1 & #2 wines in Randolph AFB, TX for all of 2009 in only 70 days * #1 brand of Moscato in nearly every retailer selling Gelisi Antonio

#1 in all types of wine retailers; from military exchanges, to your neighborhood grocery store, to

“one room” wine shops, to hotels, to wine bars, nightclubs, and first class restaurants with

award winning wine lists.

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