Experience the pure essence of Northern Italy with Scarpetta Pinot Grigio, a beautifully balanced white wine that highlights the best sites in Friuli-Venezia Giulia for this aromatic varietal. Crafted from select vineyards, this Pinot Grigio captures the crispness and minerality of the region, offering a refreshing and sophisticated wine for every occasion.
Tasting Notes
- Color: A delicate pale straw hue, with bright, glistening highlights.
- Aroma: The nose is filled with fresh citrus aromas of lemon zest and green apple, complemented by floral notes and a touch of minerality that reflects the region’s unique terroir.
- Palate: On the palate, Scarpetta Pinot Grigio is crisp and refreshing, with vibrant acidity and a smooth mouthfeel. Flavors of green pear, lime, and lemon are perfectly balanced with a clean, minerally finish. The wine has body, bright acidity, and a layered complexity that speaks to its unique blend of soils.
Vineyard and Terroir
This exceptional Pinot Grigio showcases the best of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, with grapes sourced from two distinctive terroirs. The light, gravelly soils of the Grave region provide a crisp, clean minerality, while 30% of the wine is made from grapes grown on the steep hillsides of Ponca soil in the Colli Orientali. This combination of the Grave and Colli Orientali vineyards gives the wine a unique structure, bright acidity, and great depth of flavor.
Food Pairings
With its refreshing character, Scarpetta Pinot Grigio is a perfect match for light seafood dishes such as shellfish, grilled fish, or ceviche. It also pairs beautifully with light pastas, fresh salads, and creamy cheeses like burrata or goat cheese. For a casual yet refined experience, enjoy it alongside antipasti or a charcuterie platter.
Why Choose Scarpetta Pinot Grigio?
With its crisp minerality, bright acidity, and well-rounded body, Scarpetta Pinot Grigio is the perfect wine to enjoy on its own or with a variety of dishes. The combination of Grave and Colli Orientali soils creates a wine with a unique balance of freshness and complexity, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a refined, aromatic Italian white wine.
Elevate your wine collection with Scarpetta Pinot Grigio, a true expression of Friuli-Venezia Giulia’s best terroirs.
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