Venica&Venica wins first prize! The winery has been recognized as the most virtuous company in Friuli Venezia Giulia for its increasingly sustainable use of energy, in line with the goals of the European Green Deal.
A new recognition has arrived in Dolegna del Collio: Venica&Venica has been awarded first prize at the Energy Awards FVG 2025, promoted by APE FVG – the Energy Agency of Friuli Venezia Giulia, which celebrates organizations capable of turning sustainability into concrete, measurable actions, aligned with the objectives of the European Green Deal.
The award was accepted on Wednesday, September 24, by Serena Venica, who represented the winery in a moment of great significance for the entire region.
The award was accepted on Wednesday, September 24, by Serena Venica, who represented the winery in a moment of great significance for the entire region.
“For us, it is important that Friuli Venezia Giulia has established this award: it encourages companies to pursue good practices and become more aware. Every sustainable choice, from vineyard to cellar, helps make the territory more attractive — an essential aspect for a North-East that wants to continue growing also through tourism” says Serena Venica.
Since 2011, Venica&Venica has followed a structured path of environmental, economic, and social sustainability, implementing measurable and verifiable actions. Among these: calculating and reducing CO₂ emissions thanks to the VIVA – Sustainable Viticulture certification, adopting good practices in both vineyard and cellar, and publishing the Sustainability Report, a tool of transparency and dialogue with the community.
The Energy Awards FVG also recognized the ability to communicate results clearly and authoritatively.
“For us - explains Ornella Venica - communication is not just storytelling — it’s a way to share a concrete, measurable commitment, inspiring other companies and engaging visitors who choose the Collio”.
All the areas assessed — energy, water, waste, mobility, biodiversity, safety, and people’s well-being — are fields where Venica&Venica maintains constant focus and improvement.
“Sustainability - continues Ornella - is a journey made of daily choices and long-term vision, combining innovation with respect for the land”.
Being recognized as the most virtuous company in Friuli Venezia Giulia and awarded first prize at the Energy Awards FVG 2025 is an additional incentive for Venica&Venica to continue its philosophy: transforming a century-old heritage into a project for the future, where winemaking excellence intertwines with responsibility toward the environment and the community.
