Marai de Marai turns thirty, and Foss Marai celebrates with a Limited Edition that brings back the historic 1996 Blu Marine bottle. A tribute that blends memory and momentum, celebrating a sparkling wine born from the meeting of local grapes and a touch of Chardonnay, with the unmistakable Sant’Antonio yeast defining a unique profile. Last week we were in Valdobbiadene as guests of Foss Marai: an opportunity to step into the heart of the winery, breathe in its style and discover up close this new blue release, which tells thirty years of history at a glance.
The new Extra Dry version shows a bright straw yellow, elegant bubbles and a freshness that immediately wins you over. Available from the end of April while stocks last, this special edition expresses the style and energy of a winery that continues to innovate without losing its connection to its roots. As Commercial Director Andrea Biasiotto recalls, the historic Blu Marine aims to bring emotion and positivity to an often-grey context: an invitation to live well and enjoy meaningful moments.
The first coloured bottle in the area: a gesture that set a precedent
When Foss Marai introduced the Blu Marine in 1996, it brought something entirely new to Valdobbiadene: a coloured bottle conceived as a distinctive sign in a territory dominated by neutral, transparent glass. That choice, inspired by the tailor‑made attention to detail that characterises the Biasiotto family, anticipated a new way of thinking about sparkling‑wine packaging. No longer just a container, but an integral part of the experience. Blu Marine thus became a recognisable icon, capable of expressing identity, style and an aesthetic approach that still distinguishes Foss Marai today. An intuition that paved the way for a bolder visual language in the world of local sparkling wines.
Foss Marai: excellence that grows “slowly on the journey”
Founded in 1986 in Guia, in the heart of Valdobbiadene DOCG, Foss Marai has built its identity by transforming its historic headquarters into a place where vineyards, architecture and production coexist in a balance that reflects the Biasiotto family’s style. The winery has chosen to grow without chasing large volumes, favouring a model centred on quality, craftsmanship and continuous research into processes. The principle leniter in itinere guides every step: an invitation to respect nature’s timing and to let tradition and innovation dialogue with constant attention to sustainability.
This same approach led Foss Marai to explore new territories, such as Masseria La Sorba in the Alta Murgia, where the winery has launched viticultural and agricultural projects that broaden its vision without altering its essence. Whether in the hills of Valdobbiadene or the vineyards of Puglia, the philosophy remains the same: limited production, meticulous attention to detail and the desire to maintain a recognisable style, capable of standing out in the Charmat method and evolving without losing its roots.
Marai de Marai: the limited edition that speaks to the present
Marai de Marai 30 is not just a celebration of the past: it is a message addressed to the present. In a time when lightness is needed, the Blu Marine bottle returns to remind us how important it is to carve out meaningful moments. The freshness of the sparkling wine, its immediacy and its elegance become an invitation to live with more colour. A philosophy that Foss Marai has always embraced, turning every glass into an experience.
