Back in 1850 the Sturm family set down their roots in Zegla, where the slopes were blessed by plenty of sunshine, clear, fresh air and rich soil. Today, Denis and Patrick are the Yin and Yang of the estate and winery; two faces of the same leaf. You can see how far these three generations of winemakers have come by the look in the eyes of Oscar’s sons.
It is this distinctive character blended with a pronounced minerality, sapidity and strength of our wines that contributes to the unique and unforgettable sense of place of this eastern edge of Friuli. Collio: our land
Besides being the land of the prestigious DOC zone, the Collio is geologically unique as it features layers of soil containing marl of Eocene origin; an ideal bed for the vines. Zegla: our home
Zegla is a succession of slopes that cross the Collio Friulano up to Slovenia. It is more than just vineyards: it is the garden where the well recognised great whites grow. Perfectly sheltered from the harsh winds it has a microclimate that is ideal for the vines. In just a few hectares of land, there is a concentration of élite wines that express the true spirit of the Collio.