In the glass
Aroma: white peach, almond blossom, lemon cream, mineral
Palate: crisp apple, citrus zest, chalk mineral, clean dry finish
Pinot Bianco on the volcanic soils of the Euganean Hills produces a wine of notable mineral freshness. The volcanic basalt structure of the Colli Euganei translates into a flinty mineral quality in white wines rarely seen in the Veneto plains.
What it pairs with
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Fritto misto di pesce
Mineral acidity and clean fruit are the classic accompaniment to mixed fried seafood. -
Risotto alle zucchine
Light, fresh white wine complements the delicate sweetness of courgette risotto.
How to serve Vignalta Pinot Bianco Colli Euganei
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass , the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Fritto misto di pesce, Risotto alle zucchine. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Pinot Bianco has been grown in the Euganean Hills for over a century. Vignalta produces it as a single-varietal expression from volcanic parcels, emphasising the mineral character the basalt soils impart. It serves as the estate's dry white counterpart to the aromatic Fior d'Arancio and the full-bodied Gemola red.
- 1983 — Vignalta first releases a single-varietal Pinot Bianco from volcanic Colli Euganei parcels.
Facts
- Producer
- Vignalta
- Grapes
- Pinot Bianco
- Classification
- Colli Euganei DOC
- Oak
- No oak; temperature-controlled stainless steel
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 14-20 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-5 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1983
Frequently asked about Vignalta Pinot Bianco Colli Euganei
What does Vignalta Pinot Bianco Colli Euganei taste like?
On the nose, white peach, almond blossom, lemon cream, mineral. On the palate, crisp apple, citrus zest, chalk mineral, clean dry finish. Structurally light-bodied, high acidity with a mineral and clean finish. Pinot Bianco on the volcanic soils of the Euganean Hills produces a wine of notable mineral freshness. The volcanic basalt structure of the Colli Euganei translates into a flinty mineral quality in white wines rarely seen in the Veneto plains.
When should I drink Vignalta Pinot Bianco Colli Euganei?
Drink 1-5 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Vignalta Pinot Bianco Colli Euganei?
Fritto misto di pesce is the canonical pairing; Risotto alle zucchine is the other strong match. Mineral acidity and clean fruit are the classic accompaniment to mixed fried seafood.
What grapes are in Vignalta Pinot Bianco Colli Euganei?
The blend is Pinot Bianco. The wine is classified as Colli Euganei DOC.