Felluga/Livio Illivio Bianco Friuli Colli Orientali 2020

95 points James Suckling: "Aromas of flint, oyster shell, dust and ripe fruit. But always energetic. Medium to full body, with a solid structure and density, and a compacted and powerful center palate. Really impressive. Muscular but stealth. Dried fruit at the end. A blend of chardonnay, pinot bianco and a touch of picolit. Drink now. (9/2/23)"

93 points John Gilman (View From the Cellar): "The Illivio Bianco bottling from Livio Felluga is made from a rather unique blend of pinot bianco, chardonnay and picolit. It is barrel-fermented and raised in barriques for ten months prior to bottling. The 2020 Illivio offers up a deep and complex bouquet of tart orange, green olive, a beautifully complex base of minerality, lime peel, gently musky floral tones and a deft touch of oak. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied, focused and complex, with lovely depth at the core, refined mineral undertow, zesty acids and impeccable balance on the long, vibrant and very classy finish. First rate juice. 2023-2035. (Sep/Oct 2023)"

93 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$65 list] Created for the acclaimed Livio Felluga on his 85th birthday, this blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Picolit honors Livio's impact on the region of Friuli and the rest of Italy. Aromas of farmer's market ripe apricot and white nectarine combine with magnolia, honey and almonds in the glass. Full in body, the wine is balanced by ample acidity and shows the beauty and distinct minerality of the Collio Orientali. Drink now–2035. (Jul 2023)"

92 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2020 Bianco Illivio is savory and intense, captivating with a rich mix of rosemary, gingery spice and lemon oils. It greets the palate with a pleasant inner sweetness up front as a dense wave of texturally ripe orchard fruits and candied citrus tones coats all they touch in opulent concentration. Through it all, a core of brisk acidity and salty minerals maintains a lovely balance as the 2020 finishes youthfully grippy and long, leaving sour citrus nuances that seem to last up to a minute. This powerful rendition of Bianco Illivio will require a short stay in the cellar to come fully into focus. It's a blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Picolit. Drink: 2024-2030. (Apr 2023)"

92 points Wine Spectator: "A vibrant white, tightly meshed and lightly chalky in texture, with a minerally, saline- and smoke-tinged base note and lemony acidity. Offers a finely woven mesh of poached apricot, juicy pear, blanched almond and white blossoms. Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Picolit. Drink now through 2028. (8/31/23)"

92 points Decanter: "Illivio is a blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Picolit. Green and yellow fruits come together in an intense, spicy expression full of white pepper notes, with a rich, leesy undercurrent. Vibrant and ripe. Drinking Window: 2023-2027. (Jan 2023)"

92 points Falstaff Guide (Oct 2022)