Zuani Vigne Collio Bianco DOC 2012

Date of Tasting: 13 November 2013

Wine Type: White

Grape Varieties: blend of Friulano, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Grigio

Alcohol: 13%

Origin: Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Appellation: Collio Goriziano DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata)

Expect to Pay: ~ THB900 - 1,200

Web: http://www.zuanivini.it/
Chubby Score: 90/100
Value for money: 7/10
Professional Rating: n.a.

Appearance: bright yellow straw

Aroma: fruity and rich complex aroma

Palate: ripe citrus fruits and peach with herbal notes, shy floral tone, fresh acidity and mineral to balance, medium on the body and length

Zuani Vigne Collio Bianco 2012 is such an interesting white wine that can be paired well with either pasta or pizza. I had come across this wine a few times and pretty much like it. The soft touch and lingering fruits seem to play well with packed fruit flavour. Each of the components plays its role wonderfully: singing and harmonious. It is pretty nice at this stage should live easily another 5 years or so.

Score Explanation

95+ = classic and extraordinary

90+ = outstanding in its class

85+ = recommended wine with some degree of enjoyment

80+ = drinkable occasionally

WA = Wine Advocate
WS = Wine Spectator
WE = Wine Enthusiast
JR = Jancis Robinson
DC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
BH = Burghound
FS = Falstaff Magazine
ST = Stephen Tanzer
CT = Cellar Tracker Average Score