Pighin Pinot Grigio

PIGHIN PINOT GRIGIO Collio is Friuli’s finest area of production and the Pighin Collio estate is ranked among the top five in the region with its southern-exposed, low-yielding vineyards on deep sandstone soils. The grapes for all of Pighin’s wines are handpicked and pressed in state-of-the-art pneumatic presses. The must is fermented and matured in stainless steel vats (no oak is used), allowing the characteristics of the grape variety to show beautifully.
GRAPE VARIETIES:  Pinot Grigio single variety. 
VINIFICATION:  Takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for 20 days at a temperature between +18° and +22°C. 
AGING:  In stainless steel tanks at a constant temperature of +12°C. The wine undergoes cold stabilization before bottling. 

TASTING NOTES:

COLOR: bright straw yellow with shades of amber.  AROMA: floral, fruity, with delicate notes of acacia blossoms, banana and pineapple.  TASTE: in the mouth it is dry with excellent body, balanced with an elegant aromatic varietal finish. 
FOOD PAIRING:  Pleasing as an aperitif, it complements seafood appetizers and grilled fish dishes. It is wonderful with white meats served with sweet flavoured sauces. 
SERVE:  At a temperature of between +10° and +12°C. Uncork just before serving. 
CONSUMPTION AND AGING POTENTIAL:  Ideal when consumed young. If stored well, its gains character over time and can age for 3 to 4 years.

AWARDS • Planet Grape: 91 pts • Tasting Panel: 91 pts
POINTS OF DISTINCTION • Estate is ranked among the top five in Collio for vineyard quality • Produced without oak contact to promote true varietal character • Versatile with seafood as well as vegetarian foods and white meats