ProducerCollio Goriziano
Schiopetto
スキオペット
The pioneer of modern Friulian white wine, defined by precision and terroir.
One of the founders of modern Friulian white wine, Mario Schiopetto pioneered low-temperature fermentation for precision and purity in Collio wines.
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Who Is This For?
For connoisseurs who seek precise, mineral-driven Collio whites and want to taste the estate that started Italy's modern white wine revolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Schiopetto considered a pioneer of Italian white wine?
- Founder Mario Schiopetto released his first Tocai (Friulano) in 1965 from vineyards rented near Capriva del Friuli, and was among the first in Italy to use temperature-controlled fermentation and stainless steel tanks, setting the modern standard for pure, precise Friulian whites.
- Where are Schiopetto's vineyards located?
- The estate is based in Capriva del Friuli, at the heart of the Collio Goriziano DOC in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, with roughly 30 hectares spread across Collio and Colli Orientali del Friuli, including named crus such as Capriva, Zegla, Pradis, and Oleis.
- Who owns Schiopetto today?
- Since 2014 the estate has been owned by the Rotolo family (also behind Volpe Pasini), who have committed to preserving Mario Schiopetto's founding philosophy while continuing to refine the wines with consulting winemaker Lorenzo Landi.
- What are Schiopetto's signature grape varieties?
- Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon are the estate's core varieties, with the flagship 'Mario Schiopetto' blend released only in the finest vintages as the estate's qualitative peak.
- Do Schiopetto wines pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes. Their bright acidity, saline minerality, and delicate almond notes make them an excellent match for sashimi, tempura, and grilled white fish, much as they pair classically with San Daniele prosciutto in Friuli.