Picolit is a white grape from Friuli in North East Italy.
The grape is most commonly associated with sweet dessert wines often made in the passito style.
Picolit is known for green and herbaceous aromas, much like Sauvignon Blanc.
Citrus, Apricot, and Honey are typical Picolit flavors.
Followed by Almonds, Perfume, Thyme, and Minerality.
![]() Grapefruit |
![]() Orange |
![]() Apricot |
![]() Honey |
![]() Perfume |
![]() Almonds |
![]() Thyme |
![]() Minerals |
Picolit is a sweet aromatic wine with good acidity:
SUGAR: | Sweet (150 g/l) |
BODY: | Medium |
FRUIT: | Medium |
ACIDITY: | Medium |
ALCOHOL: | 12% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 8-10°C (46-50°F) |
Picolit is very food friendly. It pairs well with Italian, Japanese, Spicy Indian, Mexican. Thai and Vegetarian dishes.
![]() Antipasti |
![]() Vegetables |
![]() Asparagus |
![]() Pasta |
![]() Fish |
![]() Chicken |
![]() Pork |
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Antipasti. Tapas.
Roasted Vegetables.
Asparagus. Pesto. Spinach.
Prosciutto. Carpaccio. Salami.
Grilled or Fried White Fish. Sushi.
Fowl. Roast Chicken. Chicken Salad.
White Meat. Pork. Veal. Game.
Medium Cheeses. Cheese Soufflé.
Asparagus With Prosciutto and Eggs.
Friuli Speck. Prosciutto San Daniele.
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A Small Tulip Shaped glass helps concentrate the aromatic intensity, enhancing the beautiful flavors wines are known for. A small glass is appropriate, because this type of wine is served in smaller portions due to its sweetness and richness. The narrow rim helps capture the aromas, allowing the wine's sweet, aromatic profile to shine. |
Sweet and salty foods pair well together. The same goes for wine and cheese.
The climate in Friuli-Venezia Giulia is influenced by both the Alps and the Sea.
The Julian Alps in the north provide shelter from the cold winds, while both hot sommers and cold winters are tempered by the Adreatic Sea.
This even climate allows the grapes to develop balanced acidity and strong flavors.
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25% Pinot Grigio |
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