Description
About the Region The three regions of Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Veneto encompass the delle Venezie IGT in northeastern Italy. This high altitude region is ideally suited to producing crisp, elegant Pinot Grigio grapes. The grapes for this wine were gently crushed and pressed, and the juice was allowed to cold settle prior to fermentation in upright stainless steel tanks for three weeks at an average temperature of 64°F. The wine was aged sur lie for two months and then on light lees until bottling to preserve a clean and full mouthfeel. Viticulture Notes In 2015, delle Venezie had a challenging growing season. Weather conditions in Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Veneto were cooler than usual throughout the summer. Fortunately, we harvested our Pinot Grigio fruit before the autumn rains arrived. The cooler growing season allowed us to craft a wine with more intense fruit aromas and a fresher acidity.
