Schiopetto

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. The historic label at the time included the drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the current 2019 vintage, the winery is reflecting on these historical roots and is reintroducing the cute drawing on some of its wine labels.

The Ribolla Gialla brings a beautiful exotic note into the glass with notes of lemon, honey, orange blossom and melon. Full-bodied and juicy, clear and pure. One almost wants to say: a great (great) growth. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fresh ribolla with attractive phenolic character, as well as dried apple, pear and honeydew melon. It's medium-bodied with a solid core of fruit and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the Osteria ai Pompieri owned by the family and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. At the time, the historic label included a drawing of his fire truck, which he also used to deliver wine to customers. With the current 2019 vintage, the winery is reflecting on these historical roots and is reviving the cute drawing on part of its wine labels.

Bright straw yellow with golden reflexes. Freshly fragrant of passion fruit and flowers of meadow flowers. On the palate fresh and elegant, juicy with a fine note of green almonds and yellow fruits, well integrated acidity, medium long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the Osteria ai Pompieri owned by the family and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. At the time, the historic label included a drawing of his fire truck, which he also used to deliver wine to customers. With the current 2019 vintage, the winery is reflecting on these historical roots and is reviving the cute drawing on part of its wine labels.

Schiopetto's classic, as it has been produced since 1986. Pale yellow with greenish reflexes. In the nose yellow fruity with a subtle floral and herbal note, which is also found on the palate. Multilayered, mineral and fresh, Blanc des Rosis presents the famous grape variety identity of the region and is not only for the winery the classic par excellence. Elegant and full, it glides into an impressive final, increasing in depth and creaminess as it matures in the bottle. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Blanc des Rosis, a blend of Friulano, Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco and Pinot Grigio, takes some time to open up in the glass. With coaxing, it blossoms, blowing off an air of crushed stone and earthy minerals to show musky peach and honied florals. In the mouth, ripe orchard fruits soothe, while savory spice and vibrant acids add verve. At one moment it focuses on ripeness, and at others on sour notes and tension. The Blanc des Roses tapers off, leaving an expression of contrasts." Vinous

"At thick white with loads of sliced apples, green melon and cooked pears with some citrus undertones. Full-bodied and flavorful. Creamy and caressing finish." James Suckling

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. The historic label at the time included the drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the current 2019 vintage, the winery is reflecting on these historical roots and is reintroducing the cute drawing on some of its wine labels.

Pinot Gris from Friuli with green apple and orange blossom, a hint of wet stones and coriander on the nose. Medium-bodied on the palate and wonderfully fresh on the final. Appealingly sophisticated. SUPERIORE.DE

"A more minerally pinot grigio with crushed-stone, sliced-apple and lemon character. Medium body, bright acidity and a clean finish." James Suckling

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the Osteria ai Pompieri owned by the family and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. At the time, the historic label included a drawing of his fire truck, which he also used to deliver wine to customers. With the current 2019 vintage, the winery is reflecting on these historical roots and is reviving the cute drawing on part of its wine labels.

Light straw yellow with greenish shimmer. Fine, not too strong bouquet of exotic fruits, some gooseberry and notes of white flowers. Very good balance on the palate, good volume, drinkable and with nice tension between green fruity and fine spicy notes. A very harmonious Sauvignon, which does not score with opulence and directness, but with elegance and finesse. SUPERIORE.DE

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. The historic label at the time included the drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the current 2019 vintage, the winery is reflecting on these historical roots and is reintroducing the cute drawing on some of its wine labels.

Garnet-purple coloured Merlot with a warm scent of crisp plums and ripe blackberries, plus earthy nuances and a hint of clove. Slender but full-bodied on the palate, all components wonderfully harmonised. SUPERIORE.DE

"Always a beautiful and very drinkable merlot with red fruit, black walnut and chocolate that follow through to a full body and balanced finish." James Suckling

Scents of red fruits, blackcurrants, graphite and herbs. Soft and sensual on the palate, wonderfully balanced and full of grace with a very tight, precise finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Luminous crimson red. Flinty, spicy red berries and red cherry nectar on the perfumed nose. Clean, juicy and tactile, with a seamless structure and brooding youthful tannins. Long and mineral, this is a very refined wine. Strikes me as one of the best Rivarossa in years." Vinous

Light stalk yellow with greenish reflexes. Aromatic, fresh white with a radiant bouquet, memories of peach and elderflower. Pure and balanced taste, delicately vinous, a little salty and highly individual. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Collio Malvasia offers a slightly soapy and floral interpretation of the grape with honeysuckle and white rose potpourri. Malvasia's aromas trend toward the floral, but this wine takes it one step further with enough viscous richness and textural heft to enjoy with a classic radicchio soup." Robert Parker

"Luminous straw-green. Chamomile tea, white peach, nectarine and guava on the complex nose. Then slightly mineral in the mouth, with similar flavors to the aromas, with a long, clean, vibrant finish. Made with grapes from a two hectare single vineyard planted right around the house in 1969. Schiopetto stopped making a Malvasia in 2001, but current owner Rotolo brought the wine back to life in 2014. A very good decision, to say the least." Vinous

"Apricots and dried lemons, together with flint and slate. Aromatic. Medium body, fruity center palate and a long, flavorful finish that yields candied lemons." James Suckling

Mineral and lush Friulano with a wonderful scent of grapefruit, white pepper, figs and bananas. On the palate, more appetising flavours of tropical fruits, apricots and hazelnuts. Very long and, as every year, great! SUPERIORE.DE

"Friulano at its best; herbs, delicate almond note, depth, bite and length, crackling, multi-layered and also some pressure in the fruit-driven finish, compact construction and with a certain lightness in the background." Weinwisser

"The 2019 Friulano wafts up flowery perfumes mixed with notes of tropical citrus, hints of kiwi and musky apricot. It's soothing with soft textures, offset by hints of spice and dazzling acids which enliven the expression, giving way to mineral-laced orchard fruits. Hints of young mango offset by zests of lime and exotic inner florals linger and complete the experience perfectly. This is a pleasure to taste." Vinous

"Lots of peach-pit, almond, cantaloup and melon aromas follow through to a full body with creamy texture and a flinty finish." James Suckling

Fragrant bouquet of citrus and white peach, on the palate a wonderfully layered fruit, creamy texture with fresh acid wire. In the finish a fine minerality and good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Pinot Grigio pleases with a sweet mix of white flowers and crushed apple offset by hints of zesty lime. It’s luxuriously soft and round yet well-balanced by stimulating acids and minerals, while leaning more toward the tropical fruit spectrum. Clean, poised yet long, this tapers off with a hint of banana and yellow citrus. It’s a wonderfully characterful and textural Pinot Grigio." Vinous

"Loads of white pepper to the green papaya and hints of lime and green apple. It’s medium-to full-bodied with layers of fruit and a creamy-textured finish. Attractive lemon-curd and chalk nuances to the fruit." James Suckling

Light stalk yellow with greenish reflexes. Aromatic, fresh white with a radiant bouquet, memories of peach and elderflower. Pure and balanced taste, delicately vinous, a little salty and highly individual. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh herbs, such as Thai basil and fresh thyme, color the citrus fruit on the nose and palate. It’s full-bodied, tangy and juicy with a salty and mineral finish. Very dry." James Suckling

"The 2019 Malvasia blends richness with freshness and a bit of tropical fruit to create an inviting bouquet. It’s sweetly floral and a bit exotic, showing ripe peaches and apricot, along with a contrasting wave of yellow citrus. The textures are silky, almost weighty at times, while finding balance through brisk acids, as notes of sour melon, savory herbs, mint, and candied ginger linger on the dramatically long finish. There are so many layers to this gorgeous Malvasia." Vinous

Brilliant light straw yellow. Elegant aromas of gooseberry, smoke and lemon followed by a full body with powerful fruit and mineral nuances, very balanced and unmistakably high class. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Sauvignon received an official “Wow” when I first put my nose to the glass. Pungent, sharp and focused florals rise up, met by tropical pineapple, papaya and minty peach, and then smoothed out by sweet cream and hints of smoke. It’s deeply textural with pronounced inner sweetness yet also packed with zesty citrus and minerals. The result is an incredibly stimulating yet also balanced display. Ripe apple and hints of kiwi join the fray, as this never seems to lose energy, tapering off with tension and a mouthwatering twang of spice." Vinous

"A very subtle sauvignon with wonderful intensity of lime, grass and guava, especially on the palate. Yet, it remains toned and creamy with a lovely finish. Delightful and satisfying." James Suckling

Well-balanced Pinot Bianco with a fine scent of jasmine, dried apple and nice spice. Expressive fruit in the drink, lively, very polished with remarkable length and mineral freshness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Nice mix of fruit and smokiness, plus lots of spice and mineral hints, earthy, juicy, with lots of energy and saltiness, fine-boned, substantial, good pressure, yellow-fruited, long, game." Weinwisser

"The 2019 Pinot Bianco is spicy and wickedly fresh, wafting up notes of crushed stone and wild herbs before settling into a display of apricot and green apple. It's silky and expansive, yet there's a reverberation of zesty acids and salty minerals that maintain perfect balance. Inner florals and a twang of cheek-puckering lime linger, yet there's also a good amount of structure here. Give this another year or two, and then watch it blossom." Vinous

"A sensational pinot bianco with lots of gunmetal, apple, pear and honeysuckle aromas and flavors. It's full-bodied and layered with a round, creamy texture that gives the wine a rich, luscious feel." James Suckling

Dark ruby, fine spicy underlaid ripe fruit scent, delicate blackberry, cassis and dried herbs. Elegant and of very good complexity, silky tannins and sweet fruit, well structured and cherry finish. Already today an accessible and very elegant food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep ruby. Chocolate and coffee dominate the dark plum and dark berry flavors. Youthful, chewy but refined in the mouth, with a strong spicy and sexy oak component that does not overpower the underlying blue fruit and herbal flavors." Vinous

"A release of about 3,300 bottles, the Schiopetto 2017 Podere dei Blumeri is an equal-parts blend of Merlot and Refosco that shows terrific balance and a bright, fruit-forward presentation. The wine displays candied fruit aromas with cherry, blackcurrant, plum, spice and bitter chocolate. In terms of appearance, it displays a bright ruby color with bluish hues. There is plenty of fresh, sweet berry fruit on the close that gives this wine great appeal straight out of the gate." Robert Parker

"This is a fantastic red. Best ever from here. Iodine, oyster-shell, black-olive and blackberry character. Full-bodied, layered and chewy, yet polished and intense." James Suckling

Scents of red fruits, graphite and herbs. Soft and sensual on the palate, wonderfully balanced and full of grace. SUPERIORE.DE

"Inky purple. In the nose of ripe blackcurrants, light smoke, fleshy nuances, tobacco in the aftertaste, inviting. Noble and fine in the drink, expands widely with velvety and tightly woven tannin, spicy-vegetable, taut finish with lots of pressure." Falstaff

"A beautiful red, offering dark berries, chocolate and cedar. Medium-to full-bodied with round and chewy tannins. Lovely depth and character." James Suckling

Smells of red fruits, graphite and herbs. Soft and sensual on the palate, wonderfully balanced and full of grace. SUPERIORE.DE

"Inky purple. In the nose ripe black currants, light smoke, fleshy nuances, in the aftertaste tobacco, inviting. In the drink noble and fine, widens with velvety and tightly woven tannin, spicy-vegetable, firm finish with a lot of pressure." Falstaff

"A beautiful red, offering dark berries, chocolate and cedar. Medium-to full-bodied with round and chewy tannins. Lovely depth and character." James Suckling

"M" stands for Mario Schiopetto. This is the wine the children have dedicated to their father for years and it is the undisputed white flagship of the winery. This exceptional Friulano with a dash of Riesling seduces with elegant aromas of white flowers and spirited fruit. Ingeniously balanced, fresh and of considerable length and great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a phenomenal new wine in memory of the late legendary winemaker of Friuli. Aromas of stones and chalk with hints of dried white peaches. Full body and incredible texture and length. Layered, superb and captivating." James Suckling

Dark ruby, fine spicy underlaid ripe fruit scent, delicate blackberry, cassis and dried herbs. Elegant and of very good complexity, silky tannins and sweet fruit, well structured and cherry finish. Already today an accessible and very elegant food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep ruby. Chocolate and coffee dominate the dark plum and dark berry flavors. Youthful, chewy but refined in the mouth, with a strong spicy and sexy oak component that does not overpower the underlying blue fruit and herbal flavors." Vinous

"A release of about 3,300 bottles, the Schiopetto 2017 Podere dei Blumeri is an equal-parts blend of Merlot and Refosco that shows terrific balance and a bright, fruit-forward presentation. The wine displays candied fruit aromas with cherry, blackcurrant, plum, spice and bitter chocolate. In terms of appearance, it displays a bright ruby color with bluish hues. There is plenty of fresh, sweet berry fruit on the close that gives this wine great appeal straight out of the gate." Robert Parker

"This is a fantastic red. Best ever from here. Iodine, oyster-shell, black-olive and blackberry character. Full-bodied, layered and chewy, yet polished and intense." James Suckling

"M" is for Mario Schiopetto. This is the wine that the children have dedicated to their father for years and it is the undisputed white flagship of the winery. This exceptional Friulano with a shot of Riesling seduces with elegant aromas of white flowers and spirited fruit. Ingeniously balanced, fresh and of considerable length and great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Vivid straw-yellow with green tinges. Lime, yellow apple, nectarine and thyme on the captivating nose. Then pure, juicy and dense, with laser-like but harmonious acidity lifting and extending flavors of orchard fruit, lime and flinty minerals on the long back end. This is still very young." Vinous

"This is extremely smoky on the nose with flint and gunpowder. Dried apple, lemon and pear character. Full body, dense and powerful. Yet always lively and dancing in the palate. Crazy finish. One of Italy's top whites. Made from vines planted in 1954." James Suckling

"M" stands for Mario Schiopetto. This is the wine that the children have dedicated to their father for years and it is the undisputed white flagship of the winery. This exceptional Friulano with a dash of Riesling seduces with elegant aromas of white flowers, a little smoke and spirited fruit. Ingeniously balanced, fresh and of considerable length and great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lots of peach-pit, stone, sliced-apple, acacia and citrus aromas follow through to a full body with lovely polish and intensity. Lots of flint and stone. Very intense and steely. Gun metal. Dry finish. Delicious now, but will age very well in the future. Be patient." James Suckling

"M" stands for Mario Schiopetto. This is the wine the children have dedicated to their father for years and it is the undisputed white flagship of the winery. This exceptional Friulano with a dash of Riesling seduces with elegant aromas of white flowers, some smoke and spirited fruit. Ingeniously balanced, fresh and of considerable length and great ripening potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"The transparency to this is mesmerizing with fantastic depth and energy. It’s full-bodied yet driven and focused with subtle peach-skin, apple, white-pepper, crushed-stone and mineral character. Long finish. Tight and precise." James Suckling

"M" is for Mario Schiopetto. This is the wine that the children have dedicated to their father for years and it is the undisputed white flagship of the winery. This exceptional Friulano with a shot of Riesling seduces with elegant aromas of white flowers and spirited fruit. Ingeniously balanced, fresh and of considerable length and great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Vivid straw-yellow with green tinges. Lime, yellow apple, nectarine and thyme on the captivating nose. Then pure, juicy and dense, with laser-like but harmonious acidity lifting and extending flavors of orchard fruit, lime and flinty minerals on the long back end. This is still very young." Vinous

"This is extremely smoky on the nose with flint and gunpowder. Dried apple, lemon and pear character. Full body, dense and powerful. Yet always lively and dancing in the palate. Crazy finish. One of Italy's top whites. Made from vines planted in 1954." James Suckling