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