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The Zonin family cultivates Pinot Grigio on alluvial soils near Cervignano del Friuli in their historic estate.
A pure stainless‑steel fermentation keeps this white crisp and aromatic.
Bottled early under cork to capture floral and citrus notes; the dry style balances ripe pear with bright acidity.
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Description
The Zonin family's roots in Italian winemaking run deep, with vineyards in Friuli-Venezia Giulia benefitting from the unique microclimate created by the nearby Adriatic Sea and Julian Alps. Their Pinot Grigio Friuli DOC 2022 showcases the terroir of alluvial soils and cool coastal breezes, yielding grapes with vibrant aromatics and natural acidity. Grapes are hand-harvested at dawn, softly pressed, and fermented exclusively in stainless steel to preserve floral and fruit character. No oak is used, ensuring the wine's hallmark freshness. The finished Pinot Grigio is bottled under natural cork while young, to highlight its delicate aromatics. It pours a pale straw colour, with aromas of green apple, pear, white flowers and a faint touch of almond. On the palate, the wine is dry, crisp and light-bodied, showing refreshing acidity, ripe orchard fruit, and a mineral-driven finish. This classic northern Italian white is a perfect companion to shellfish, caprese salads, or light vegetarian dishes, and offers a sophisticated yet approachable introduction to Friuli's white wine tradition.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Fish
Shellfish
Description
The Zonin family's roots in Italian winemaking run deep, with vineyards in Friuli-Venezia Giulia benefitting from the unique microclimate created by the nearby Adriatic Sea and Julian Alps. Their Pinot Grigio Friuli DOC 2022 showcases the terroir of alluvial soils and cool coastal breezes, yielding grapes with vibrant aromatics and natural acidity. Grapes are hand-harvested at dawn, softly pressed, and fermented exclusively in stainless steel to preserve floral and fruit character. No oak is used, ensuring the wine's hallmark freshness. The finished Pinot Grigio is bottled under natural cork while young, to highlight its delicate aromatics. It pours a pale straw colour, with aromas of green apple, pear, white flowers and a faint touch of almond. On the palate, the wine is dry, crisp and light-bodied, showing refreshing acidity, ripe orchard fruit, and a mineral-driven finish. This classic northern Italian white is a perfect companion to shellfish, caprese salads, or light vegetarian dishes, and offers a sophisticated yet approachable introduction to Friuli's white wine tradition.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Fish
Shellfish
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Cheese
Fish
Shellfish