9-10 °C
Obtained totally from Pinot Gris grapes, a variety also called Ruländer when it was introduced in the second half of the 1800s in the Gorizia area. It immediately proved to be very suitable for the clayey marls of Collio, in particular for the slopes of these hills. It is distinguished from all other grapes by its characteristic color which tends to copper. Already in 1891 in Gorizia they recommended "its spreading in every place where it is aimed to produce fine white wines of the highest order". Gradis'ciutta has been in business since 1975.
Grapes are produced in Budignacco, Pozar and Dragica vineyards, at an altitude from 100 to 140 meters above sea level in soils consisting of clayey marl.
Cultivated with guyot system.
Obtained by soft pressing. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks at controlled temperature. Then follows the conservation "sur lie" until bottling.
This wine shows the variety's classic vivid, bright straw hue.
On the nose, the aromatic spectrum ranges from baked pear to sweet spices to floral notes and hints of herbs.
Ripe sweet peach and melon alternate on the palate, with a round, creamy center of mouth and a finish with a hint of hazelnut. A full-bodied wine with well-balanced acid and fruit sensations, made with low yields and full ripeness of the grapes.
It should be served chilled, around 9 - 10° C.
Aperitif wine, suitable for the whole range of appetizers, soups, fish, both fried and baked, and white meat main courses. It can also accompany tasty cheeses.