/kˈɔllɪ orientˈalɪ dˈel friˈulɪ pikˈɔlit/
- Friuli Venezia Giulia
- Vineyard Area: 42,09 Hectares
- Year Appellation Started: 2006
- Appellation Last modified: 2014
- White Grapes: Picolit
- Air dried
- Air dried: minimum 85% Picolit + maximum 15% of other white grape varieties from Friuli Venezia Giulia, excluding aromatic Traminer.
- Total Production: 461 Hectolitres
- White Wine: 100%
- Picolit grapes are difficult to grow and are susceptible to diseases and pests, resulting in limited production quantities.
- The Colli Orientali del Friuli Picolit DOCG production zone is located in the eastern hills of Friuli, benefiting from a favourable climate influenced by the nearby Adriatic Sea and the protection of the Alps to the north. This microclimate contributes to the wine’s unique terroir.
- The Colli Orientali del Friuli Picolit Ciallia DOCG – is a so called “cru” area and these wines are 100% Picolit.