Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 1 to 4 years from vintage.
vintage1 yrs4 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryFresh And Mineral finish

Aroma: citrus blossom, peach, herbal, sea mineral

Palate: stone fruit, citrus, herbal freshness, mineral

Feudi del Pisciotto's varietal Grillo from the Val di Noto estate delivers the grape's characteristic citrus-blossom and sea-mineral freshness from a warm inland site moderated by its position on the edge of the Sughereta reserve.

What it pairs with

  • Tonno fresco alla siciliana
    Citrus and sea mineral are the natural accompaniment for simply prepared fresh tuna.
  • Risotto di mare
    Medium body and high acidity complement a seafood risotto delicately.
  • Grilled calamari
    A fresh, clean white for grilled squid with lemon and herbs.

How to serve Feudi del Pisciotto Grillo

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Tonno fresco alla siciliana, Risotto di mare, Grilled calamari. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Feudi del Pisciotto expanded from its red wine focus to add a varietal Grillo, using fruit from their estate near Niscemi to produce an accessible Sicilian white alongside the DOCG and Nero d'Avola red range.

  1. 2007: First Feudi del Pisciotto varietal Grillo from the Val di Noto estate

Facts

Producer
Feudi del Pisciotto · visiting guide
Grapes
Grillo (100%)
Classification
Sicilia DOC
Oak
Stainless steel only
ABV
13.0%
Price
EUR 12-18 at retail
Drinking window
1-4 from vintage
First vintage
2007

Frequently asked about Feudi del Pisciotto Grillo

What does Feudi del Pisciotto Grillo taste like?

On the nose, citrus blossom, peach, herbal, sea mineral. On the palate, stone fruit, citrus, herbal freshness, mineral. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a fresh and mineral finish. Feudi del Pisciotto's varietal Grillo from the Val di Noto estate delivers the grape's characteristic citrus-blossom and sea-mineral freshness from a warm inland site moderated by its position on the edge of the Sughereta reserve.

When should I drink Feudi del Pisciotto Grillo?

Drink 1-4 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Feudi del Pisciotto Grillo?

Tonno fresco alla siciliana is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Risotto di mare and Grilled calamari. Citrus and sea mineral are the natural accompaniment for simply prepared fresh tuna.

What grapes are in Feudi del Pisciotto Grillo?

The blend is Grillo (100%). The wine is classified as Sicilia DOC.

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