Pinot Grigio Ronco Calaj Friuli | Russolo

Pinot Grigio Ronco Calaj Friuli | Russolo

Sale price€15,00
Bianco
Friuli Venezia Giulia (IT)
Venezia Giulia IGT
Pinot grigio 100%
Enjoy it within 3 years.
12.5% vol.
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Production and refinement

A wine that originates from a flat area formed by the alluvial cone of the Cellina stream. The soil is composed of a thick layer of alluvial sediments at the foot of the Dolomites. It's made purely from Pinot Grigio grapes, harvested by hand.

Following is a delicate pressing of the grapes, using vacuum presses. The resulting musts are then cleaned through dynamic decantation. After inoculation with selected yeasts, fermentation begins at controlled temperatures (14-16°C), with constant management of the fermentation dynamics. At the end of fermentation, the wine rests on its fine lees until bottling.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

Of a beautiful straw yellow color.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it expresses the typical aroma of white flesh fruit and acacia flowers.

Tasting

In the mouth, elegant fruity undertones return, it's fresh, balanced, with a long fruity finish.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Pinot Grigio Ronco Calaj Friuli | Russolo ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia (Pordenone)

Hectares of vineyards: 17

Russolo

The Russolo agricultural company was established in 1974 when Iginio and Sonia embarked on their winemaking project. The turning point came in 1990 with the acquisition of the vineyards in San Quirino, followed by the construction of the new cellar adjacent to the vineyard in 2000, the year the company permanently moved to the "lean lands."

In recent years, the two siblings Antonella and Rino have taken the reins of the company, always supported by their parents, and have introduced a change in style, favoring fresh, mineral, and fragrant wines.

Russolo

The significant presence of pebbles in the soil expresses great minerality driven by the "terroir," which in the case of Russolo wines is masterfully interpreted, with great wisdom both in the vineyard and in the cellar, resulting in excellent quality in both white and red wines.

All this is achieved across 17 hectares of vineyards.

Region and territory

An explosion of aromas and flavors that celebrate the unique territory of the region in the glass.

Friuli Venezia Giulia

An explosion of aromas and flavors that celebrate the unique territory of the region in the glass.

Friuli Venezia Giulia

An explosion of aromas and flavors that celebrate the unique territory of the region in the glass.

Friuli Venezia Giulia

Friuli-Venezia Giulia has always been the land of great whites and has achieved extraordinary fame for what some call the "superwhites."

Recently, Friuli Venezia Giulia was the battleground for a community-level dispute with Hungary regarding the right to continue calling the wine produced with the Tocai Friulano grape "Tocai," causing confusion with the well-known Hungarian sweet wine Tokaji. Italy lost the case in 2007, and since 2011 wines produced with Tocai Friulano are respectively called "Friulano" in Friuli Venezia Giulia and "Tai" in Veneto.

The region is divided into a mountainous area to the north, hilly terrain in the pre-Alpine arc, an alluvial plain, and a coastal area.
The northern part of the plain is suitable for the cultivation of white grape varieties, while the southern part is more favorable for black grape varieties.
To the east, in the area bordering Slovenia, the plain extends to the foothills of the Karst: here viticulture is challenging due to the limestone rocks eroded by water, and often it is only possible on terraces supported by retaining walls made of sandstone blocks called "pastini."

Western Friuli

Western Friuli is a portion of the region characterized by its close proximity to the Dolomites. The microclimate is influenced by the significant temperature variation, and in fact, the climate resembles that of the mountain valley: winds coming down from the mountains deeply mark the territory. During the night, the elements synthesized by the plants during the day are used differently: at constant temperatures, they are used for leaf growth, while at lower temperatures, they accumulate in the berries, increasing acidity and aromatic load of the grapes.

An important designation is Friuli Grave DOC, shared between the provinces of Pordenone and Udine, where Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling Renano, Sauvignon, Traminer Aromatico, Verduzzo Friulano, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Merlot, Pinot Nero, and Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso are produced.
In the heart of Western Friuli, amidst the majestic Dolomites, the microclimate and fertile land give rise to the renowned wines of the Friuli Grave DOC designation.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

A versatile, medium-bodied wine with sapidity and aromatic persistence: it calls for pairings that complement it, with unstructured dishes equally aromatic.

Matching by contrast

The beautiful freshness of this wine makes it suitable for contrasting dishes with a light sweet tendency.

It pairs well with

Seafood appetizers, cured meats, and fragrant or delicate fish-based first or main courses.

Matching by concordance

A versatile, medium-bodied wine with sapidity and aromatic persistence: it calls for pairings that complement it, with unstructured dishes equally aromatic.

Matching by contrast

The beautiful freshness of this wine makes it suitable for contrasting dishes with a light sweet tendency.

It pairs well with

Seafood appetizers, cured meats, and fragrant or delicate fish-based first or main courses.

Perch in Parchment

A very delicate and flavorful dish, freshwater fish baked in the oven, seeking pairings with light and fragrant wines to enhance all the flavors without overpowering them.

Raw ham

Typical and refined Italian cured meat, available in savory or sweet versions. The more flavorful variety pairs well with balanced red wines that have good acidity and sapidity, are low in tannins, and possess aromas of ripe fruit, dried flowers, and spices. The sweet version of prosciutto crudo, on the other hand, should be accompanied by a young, fresh, very smooth white wine that is full-bodied and rich in aromas.

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