Pinot Grigio DOC BIO Friuli

The Pinot Grigio DOC BIO Friuli comes from Simon di Brazzan, an organic winery in Cormons, in the heart of the Friulian Collio. Here, Pinot Grigio is not the neutral, commercial white wine found everywhere—it is a wine with structure, minerality, and a complexity derived from hybrid vinification and the borderland between Italy and Slovenia.

The vinification is precise and intricate: manual selection, gentle destemming, soft pressing, and fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature. Two-thirds remain in steel on the lees until the end of February. One-third undergoes fermentative maceration for 18 days, then is separated with a traditional press and aged in wooden barrels on the lees until the end of February. The final blend is one-third wood and two-thirds steel. The result is a Pinot Grigio that combines freshness and structure—far from the industrial version of the varietal.

On the nose, pear, golden apple, white flowers, and a mineral note from the Collio. On the palate, fresh and savory, with a surprising structure and a persistent finish with hints of ripe fruit.

Grape Varietal: Pinot Grigio 100% | Vintage: 2024 | Alcohol: 14% | Format: 0.75 l
Serving temperature: 10–12°C
Vinification: 2/3 fermentation in steel, on the lees until the end of February. 1/3 fermentative maceration for 18 days, traditional press, wooden barrel on the lees until the end of February. Blend 1/3 wood + 2/3 steel.

Who is it recommended for?

For those who always thought Pinot Grigio was a trivial wine and want to discover what this grape can achieve when organically grown in the Friulian Collio and vinified with artisanal rigor. It is the right bottle for those looking for a versatile white wine with personality—suitable for both aperitifs and more elaborate fish dishes.

When to drink it

It is already enjoyable today and intended for immediate pleasure. However, it has the characteristics to evolve over the next 2-3 years thanks to the wood component and its time on the lees. Ideal within 3 years of the vintage.

Taste Characteristics

A fresh and savory Pinot Grigio, where the minerality of the Collio is clearly expressed. The macerated and wood-aged component adds structure and complexity without making the wine heavy. Pear, golden apple, and white flowers dominate the aromatic profile, with a persistent finish that invites another sip.

Why we chose this wine

Because Simon di Brazzan's Pinot Grigio demonstrates that this varietal, often trivialized by industrial production, can yield wines of great quality when treated with respect. The hybrid vinification—part in steel, part with maceration and barrel—is a bold choice that adds complexity without sacrificing freshness. We propose it because it aligns with our selection: organic, territory-identified, precise technique.

FAQ

What dishes pair well with Pinot Grigio DOC BIO Friuli?
Steamed or grilled fish, fish risottos, pasta with vegetables, fresh cheeses, light appetizers. Its structure also makes it suitable for more elaborate dishes such as baked sea bass or crustaceans.

Why is this Pinot Grigio different from those found in supermarkets?
Industrial Pinot Grigio production aims for immediate freshness and aromatic neutrality. Simon di Brazzan, however, uses indigenous yeasts, partial maceration, and wood aging to provide complexity and structure. The result is a wine with recognizable personality and terroir.

What does it mean that part of the wine macerates for 18 days?
The fermentative maceration of one-third of the crushed grapes for 18 days extracts color, structure, and aromatic complexity from the skins. The traditional press then gently separates the wine. Aging in wooden barrels adds roundness. The final blend balances freshness and depth.

Is it a certified organic wine?
Yes. Simon di Brazzan is a certified organic winery in the Friulian Collio. No synthetic pesticides in the vineyard, indigenous yeasts in the cellar.