Classification:
DOC Delle Venezie
Variety:
100% Pinot Grigio
Vine training system:
Guyot
Soil:
calcareous, stony, rich in iron oxides
Harvest:
late August, early September
Method of harvesting:
by machine
Winemaking and Ageing:
light maceration of grapes at low temperature, soft pressing; controlled temperature fermentation; no added sulphites. The Pinot Grigio grape has a natural coppery colour, so a light maceration produced the characteristic pale pink colour
Wine and pairings:
the floral notes of Pinot Grigio include hawthorn, broom, acacia and pear. With ageing, mineral notes develop, as well as hay notes. Dry flavour, pleasantly citrine, slightly bitter with a full structure. Suitable for pairings with risottos, shellfish and white meats.