Pinot Grigio Collio DOC 2024
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Italy / Friuli-Venezia Giulia
The region of Collio is Friuli’s finest and is internationally recognized as one of the most suitable regions for growing white wine grapes. Terraced rows of vines curve gracefully along a hillside to form a natural amphitheater and yield high-quality grapes. The southern exposure ensures sunlight and the soil, known as “ponca”, consists of friable or easy to crumble marlstone that retains water and hydrates the vines. At harvest, the grapes are handpicked and pressed in a state-of-the-art pneumatic press. The must is fermented and matured in stainless steel tanks (no oak is used), allowing the characteristics of the Pinot Grigio grape variety to show beautifully.
Harvest Note
The 2024 vintage began with persistent rainfall and mild temperature during the winter and spring, slowing down the rise in temperatures until mid-June that delayed the budding of the vine and reducing the size of grape bunches. The end of June and all of July was very hot and sunny with some thunderstorms, ensuring healthy bunches with well-thickened skins of the grapes. August had high temperatures and a total absence of rainfall, leading to early ripening and emergency irrigation to avoid dehydration. Rain returned in the first half of September with a drop in temperatures. Drier and milder weather in the second half of September resulted in healthy grapes being harvested by the first week of October.
Tasting Note
Straw yellow in color with light green tints. The aroma is rich and complex with notes of yellow bell pepper, tomato leaf, and sage. This wine is dry with great body and a long, aromatic finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: Pinot Grigio (100%)
APPELLATION: Collio DOC
PH: 3.35
ACIDITY: 5.7
ABV: 14.5%
AGING: 4 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks
Unique Selling Points
- Known to be one of the top vineyards of Collio, the finest region in Friuli
- Showcases the character of Pinot Grigio – no oak contact
- Estate grown and bottled, hand-harvested grapes
- Certified sustainable (by SQNPI and Global GAP), gluten-free
- A versatile wine - enjoy with seafood, grilled fish, and vegetarian dishes
Fernando Pighin & Figli has seamlessly combined technical expertise with respect for tradition in the production of complex, highly regarded Pinot Grigio.
About the Grape
Pinot Grigio
This grape makes fresh, crisp, charming wines with apple, pear, almond and acacia flower aromas and clean, stone fruit flavors, or creamy, honeyed wines with spice, blossom and mineral aromas.
