VALLE ISARCO, PINOT GRIGIO

The Pinot Grigio wine originated in Burgundy, hence the designation Grauburgunder, which has almost fallen into oblivion. It is a mutation of the Weißburgunder (Pinot Blanc) and has been cultivated in South Tyrol for about a century.The vine of the Pinot Grigio differs from its mother-vine not only in terms of its copper-colored grapes, but also in terms of the wine's own distinctive character.

Region: Alto Adige
Production Area: Bressanone, Chiusa, Renon, Villandro, Velturno
Appellation: Pinot Grigio DOC
Varietal Blend: 100% Pinot Grigio
Vineyard: Southeastern exposure, with a medium slope .at an elevation of 1200 to 1800 feet a.s.l..
Planting System: Pergola or free-standing espallier Guyot.
Soil: Clayey.
Harvest: End of September/beginning of October 2006.
Yield: About 4.1 tons per acre
Alcohol: 13.5%
Vinification: Off skin, soft pressing without treading and de-stemming; fermented in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperature.
Aging: In the bottle for 3 months
Total Production: 35,000 bottle

Tasting Notes: Bright golden yellow. Pleasant, delicate nose with floweral aromas. Bitter almond, dry, full smooth and well balanced on the palate.

Food Pairings: Light hors d’oeuvres, cold meats, egg or mushroom dishes, poached freshwater fish and shellfish.