Valentino Butussi Sauvignon Blanc
Grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc 100%.
Vinification: Grapes harvested by hand at the ideal stage of ripeness, between the second and third ten-day periods of September. After destemming, the crushed grapes are immediately cooled to 12 °C and left in contact with the skins for 18 to 24 hours to extract the characteristic aromatic compounds and enhance the varietal structure. The must is then gently separated from the skins, clarified and fermented at a controlled temperature for around 14 days.
Aging: An 8-month ageing period, with 90 per cent in stainless steel vats and 10 per cent in traditional 7 hl oak barrels.
Colour: Straw yellow.
Aroma: Intense and expressive, with characteristic vegetal notes of green pepper and tomato leaf, balanced by fruity aromas of passion fruit and peach.
Flavour: Fresh, lively and very well-balanced, revealing a velvety, enveloping texture on the palate.
Serve: 10 to 12⁰
Consumption: Immediate (2 to 5 years).
Harmonisation: Excellent with creamy soups and vegetable dishes, particularly those featuring asparagus and eggs. It is also an ideal choice for seafood such as crayfish, lobster and crab.
Producer: Valentino Butussi
Enology: Filippo Butussi
Classification: Italian Wines – Friuli Venezia Giulia – Griuli Colli Orientali DOC
Awards and Notes:
- James Suckling – 91/100 (2025)
- Falstaff – 92/100 (2025)
