Ratings
FAL 92
Identity
| Producer | Marco Felluga e Russiz Superiore |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Grigio |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Golden yellow, copper hues |
| Aroma | White pulped fruits, apple, pear, broom, white flowers, acacia, white peach, golden apple, citrus (lemon, grapefruit) |
| Palate | Elegant, fruity, full-bodied, well-structured with balanced acidity and sapidity |
| Finish | Long finish |
| Food Pairing | Seafood, salads, white meats, light pasta dishes, fresh cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 10-12 |
| Aging Potential | 3-5 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation partly in stainless steel; no oak aging specified for Pinot Grigio (unlike other whites in the estate) |
| Fermentation | Partly fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness |
Terroir
| Soil | Flysch soils (ponca), layered sedimentary rock |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Careful manual selection of grapes |
Interesting facts
| Russiz Superiore is a historic estate in Collio, owned by the Felluga family since 1967, known for estate-grown grapes and traditional hand harvesting. The Pinot Grigio is a flagship white wine of the estate, reflecting the unique terroir of Collio with flysch soils and cool alpine breezes. |