Montevina 2009 Pinot Grigio is virtual sunshine in a glass. Vibrantly hued, it catches the light and warms a room. Breezes of ripe pears swirl with hints of peach and lotus blossom to form a heady perfume. Each sip delivers cool ripe pear slices coupled with lively acidity each more refreshing than the last. All you need to add is the deck chair!
Pinot Grigio is the Italian term for Pinot Gris, the gray grape of France. A mutation of Pinot Noir, for generations it grew in the vineyardsof Burgundy among its red relation and field blended to add softness and acidity to red wines. Today, Pinot Gris (Grigio) is considered one of the five noble varieties in the Alsace region of France. In the last decade Pinot Grigio has received massive popularity internationally. The varietal can turn out white wine of substantial structure, character, and color and is taking the place of Chardonnay and other dry whites on wine lists across the nation. Our Montevina 2009 Pinot Grigio was sourced from vineyards throughout the Delta region and Santa Barbara, which both benefit from cooling maritime breezes.
