Vintus

Mario Schiopetto Bianco, IGT

The “Mario Schiopetto” assemblage, 55% Chardonnay and 45% Tocai Friulano, is the best example of Schiopetto’s vineyard. A hand-picked harvest and the soft press are followed by the fermentation in the absence of sulfur dioxide. 60% of the fermentation takes place in stainless steel, with 40% in oak barrels. With a strong, yellow and hay-like color, the wine has an extensive perfumed aroma of balsamic and pastry-shop sensations with balanced roasting and a vanilla fragrance. Mineral and black tea scents accompany the persistent finish. First vintage was 2002.

2004 Vintage Reviews
“Here is a beautifully executed northern white (mostly barrel-fermented Chardonnay and Tocai Friulano) with pristine notes of stone fruit, banana, pineapple, vanilla and yellow flowers. It has good intensity in the mouth with a silky, creamy fell and very good persistency on the finish.” 91 Wine Enthusiast, May 2007

"Aromas of dried pineapple and honey follow through to a full-bodied palate, with luscious fruit and a medium finish. A pleasing white, offering loads of fruit on the palate." 90 Wine Spectator, March 2007

“With slightly more chardonnay (55 percent) than tocai, this is a rich white with pale stone-fruit flavors and a chalky, mineral tinged finish. Generous in the middle and tightly focused in the end, this should age well.” 90 Wine & Spirits, August 2006

"Ripe, very fragrant aromas of tropical fruit with a balancing kiwi thread throughout. Quite big and full flavors of white fruit and cantaloupe. Long, very polished close." 90 Wine News, February 2007