Civranetta DOC Venezia Pinot Grigio Lignum 2022

Wine description for the Civranetta DOC Venezia Pinot Grigio Lignum 2022 from Fidora

Colour & appearance

Bright golden yellow with copper-coloured reflections - the extended maceration time and barrel ageing give this Pinot Grigio a remarkable depth and intensity that goes far beyond conventional representatives of the variety.

Nose

Complex and multi-layered: Ripe yellow pear and Quince meet Roasted hazelnut and a touch Vanilla from the timber construction. Underneath lies a fine Herb seasoning, something white pepper and a subtle Honey note. The spontaneous fermentation brings a light yeasty complexity that adds depth without being overpowering.

Palate

Substantial and textured - here the mash fermentation shows itself in all its elegance. The wine has Grip and Structure, but remains rich in finesse and never heavy. Stone fruit, Almond and Citrus peel are supported by a precise acidity that perfectly integrates the 12.5% alcohol. The ten months on the lees give it a creamy texture and remarkable length.

Departure

Long, flavoursome and mineral with a fine Bitter almond clay, which is typical of well-made Pinot Grigios with skin fermentation. The freshness remains until the end - a wine with real character.

Terroir & origin

From a single biodynamically cultivated vineyard in the heart of the Civranetta winery, which has consistently avoided chemicals for almost five decades. The Veneto terroir produces a Pinot Grigio that combines substance with elegance.

Grape variety & vinification

Hand-picked Pinot grigio, destemmed and macerated overnight on the skins. Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts, followed by ten months of maturation on the lees in 500-litre French oak barrels. Minimal intervention, maximum expression.

Food pairing suggestions

To fried turbot, Sweetbreads in butter, Risotto with mushrooms or matured hard cheese like Comté. The structure also tolerates Roasted poultry or Pasta with truffle.

Special features

A Pinot Grigio that shows what this often underestimated variety is capable of: complex, storable and with real personality. Biodynamic cultivation without compromise.