Simon di Brazzan Pinot Grigio Friuli Isonzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

The 2022 Simon di Brazzan Pinot Grigio from Friuli Isonzo offers a fresh, richly aromatic profile that bridges tradition and modern expression. With biodynamic practices in the vineyards and careful winemaking that includes partial skin contact and lees aging, it stands apart from more generic Pinot Grigios, delivering depth, texture, and elegance.

Product Details:

• Grapes: 100% Pinot Grigio
• Alcohol by Volume: 14.0%
• Vineyard & Farming: Located in Cormons, Isonzo; alluvial soils; biodynamic farming with targeted thinning and canopy management
• Harvest & Vinification: Manual harvest in late September; soft pressing; one-third fermented on the skins, two-thirds in stainless steel; aged on lees until February; blending of components aged in wood and steel
• Production Volume: Approximately 6,600 bottles

Sensory Description:

Pale straw with copper reflections, this Pinot Grigio reveals aromas of peach, melon, citrus, and delicate florals. On the palate, it offers ripe stone fruit and crisp apple layered with spice, saline minerality, and a touch of texture from skin contact. Fresh yet substantial, the finish is long, clean, and balanced.

Winemaker's Background:

Simon di Brazzan is an estate in Brazzano di Cormons, Friuli, dedicated to biodynamic viticulture and authentic terroir expression. Led by Daniele Drius, the winery combines traditional methods with careful innovation, focusing on minimal intervention, manual harvests, and blending techniques that highlight the richness of the Isonzo soils. Their Pinot Grigio has earned a reputation for depth and character beyond the typical style.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 50–54 °F (10–12 °C) in a white wine glass. Excellent with shellfish, grilled fish, spring vegetables, goat cheese, and mushroom dishes. Its balance of fruit and minerality also makes it a versatile match for lightly spiced cuisines.

The 2022 Simon di Brazzan Pinot Grigio showcases the potential of Friuli Isonzo Pinot Grigio as both approachable and complex, an elegant, textured white that captures its terroir with honesty.