Ratings
VP 92 · JS 92 · WS 91 · RP 89
Identity
| Producer | Livio Felluga |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Grigio |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | brilliant yellow with subtle coppery highlights |
| Aroma | white flowers, ripe apricot, citrus zest, orange blossom, wisteria, melon, yellow peach, custard |
| Palate | crisp, well-structured, rich, full, progressive, balanced acidity, fresh sensations of cantaloupe, papaya, Golden Delicious apples, apricots, sage |
| Finish | refreshing, lingering, fresh, persistent, citrus and white fruit aftertaste |
| Food Pairing | fish, shellfish, vegetable flans, seafood risotto, roasted vegetables |
| Serving Temp | 8-10°C |
| Aging Potential | N/A |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Total Acidity | N/A |
| Sugar (g/l) | N/A |
| pH | N/A |
| Aging Process | 6 months in stainless steel tanks on lees |
| Fermentation | fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | N/A |
| Soil | marl and sandstone |
| Vine Age | N/A |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Hand-picked grapes in early to mid September |
Interesting facts
| Livio Felluga is considered the refounder of quality viticulture in Friuli; the winery covers about 155 hectares in Collio and Colli Orientali del Friuli; the Pinot Grigio is one of the most popular wines worldwide from this producer. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 8030421005928 |
| Weight | N/A |
| Cork | Likely screw cap (common for freshness in white wines from this producer), not explicitly stated |