The Schiopetto 'Collio' Pinot Grigio is obtained exclusively from Pinot Grigio grapes cultivated in the hilly areas of Collio in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia wine region of northeastern Italy. The bunches are small with round grapes red-grey in colour and like Pinot Bianco are derived from a mutation of Pinot Nero. All the grapes are hand picked, pressed in a soft press after which there follows a brief period of decantation in total absence of sulphur dioxide. The fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks under a controlled temperature. The ageing takes place on the lees for 8 months. This is a classy and refined example of Pinot Grigio with a brilliant bouquet of white flowers, lemon oil and wet stone. It’s supple and round, with a balanced inner sweetness offsetting citrus-tinged orchard fruits. [#intro]Schiopetto is not just a name or brand, but a guarantee of absolute quality...[/intro]