Pinot Bianco Ferruccio Sgubin – 2023

The wine Pinot Bianco by Ferruccio Sgubin

The Pinot Bianco from the Ferruccio Sgobin winery is produced from Pinot Bianco grapes grown exclusively in the estate vineyards located in the Mernico area of Dolegna del Collio, in the province of Cormons, in the heart of the DOC Collio region in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Situated 150 meters above sea level, the vineyard features soil rich in marl and sandstone, locally known as Ponca. The winery has been certified organic (BIO) since 2023, and it has practised sustainable cultivation in previous years, with a particular focus on the protection of bees.

THE WINEMAKING

The harvest is conducted entirely by hand when the grapes achieve the ideal balance of sugars and acidity. Once the grapes are in the cellar, the winemaking begins with skin maceration, followed by gentle pressing. The must ferments at a controlled temperature of 16°C in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged for 50% in steel “sur lies”  and  50% in oak barrels of 500 liters until spring following the harvest. After blending and bottling, it rests in the cellar for a few additional months before being released to the market.

Tasting the wine by Ferruccio Sgubin winery

Straw yellow with greenish reflections; it has an intense aroma with pleasant notes of acacia, accompanied by hints of fresh fruit, primarily yellow-fleshed peach and golden apple. The scent evolves to include subtle hints of bread crust and finishes with gentle undertones of vanilla. The Pinot Bianco by Sgubin is fresh and well-balanced on the palate, featuring a strong correspondence between the aromas and flavours. A delightful acidic note adds to its drinkability.

FOOD PAIRINGS

Excellent with fish and white meats, it also goes well with vegetable omelettes. Try it with battered vegetables and fried fish.

THE WINERY

The winery was founded in 1960 when Ferruccio Sgubin fell in love with the Mernico Hill in Dolegna del Collio, located in Friuli Venezia Giulia. This marked the beginning of his winemaking journey. It is a family-run business that has been cultivating plots, parcels, and crus with rich histories for over 60 years… keep reading