Balanced and refreshing, the wine begins with aromas of lime blossoms, lemon zest, and stone fruits. In the same manner, it continues on the palate. And it finishes amidst citrusy crispiness. One of the best-selling Pinot Grigios, this offering from Santa Margherita begins its aromatic journey with scents of crispy pears, apples, vibrant lime blossoms, acacias, and fragrances of white peaches. From 1930 to today, Venica & Venica has been producing exceptional wines through a synergistic relationship between Collio and the true passion for the land, the vineyards, and their grapes. Venica & Venica is a family winery with over 40 hectares of vineyards, crafting wines highly representative of the expressive, outgoing Italian spirit. Coppery in color (the natural color obtained from grape skins during short maceration), the wine has an intriguing bouquet with aromas of jasmine, ginger, and green fruits. The savory mouth is refreshing and creamy. The finish is vibrant and super long. Voga Italia is a modern Italian brand known for its interesting bottle shapes and resealable caps. The delle Venezie IGT region in which its Pinot Grigio is produced is possibly the nation’s most-famous for the variety, with seven out of every 10 bottles of wine produced here made from the gray grapes. 7. Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio Colli Orientali del Friuli, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Vigne Del Malina wines are known for the simplicity and expressiveness of each individual grape variety they are made of. The winery is sustainable and has turned its vineyards into environmentally friendly wine production. Lastly, the specific vineyard in Vigne Del Malina is situated on alluvial soils with a fine microclimate, a great temperature range, and fresh air from the Alpine foothills. The result: Exceptional wines, expressive of the terroir.It has an intense aroma with strong fruit on the palate, good body and an almost creamy texture. Delicious just to drink but also well suited to a variety of foods including fish dishes. The wine has inviting scents of wildflowers, acacia, and jasmine blended with notes of ginger, vanilla, and pears. In addition, hints of pepper and rennet apple exist, too, on the nose, as well as mineral nuances. The mouth is savory and bright and reminiscent of the bouquet. Juicy and pronounced, the palate shows creaminess, too, and the right amount of acidity to keep things fresh. Long finish.

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigiois a top class Pinot Grigio, a market leader in Italy with the vast majority shipped to the USA where it's a big hit with the cruise liners and big hotels. Dominant red varieties include the bold, herbaceous Lagrein and delicate, strawberry-kissed, Schiava, in addition to some Pinot Nero. A production chain model, object of careful university studies for its effectiveness over time, which “has proved to be successful not only in the short term, but for sixty years it has been regulating win-win relationships which at the same time have important effects on the natural environment and on the social and economic stability of the territory: the heritage and the technical skills of families who have been cultivating vines for hundreds of years have not been lost; vineyards have not been abandoned; families have been able to count on certain incomes avoiding the depopulation of fields and the abandonment of villages”, underlines the managing director of Santa Margherita Group. “In this way, we also challenge climate change, being on the front line, through best practices in which tradition has been able to marry sustainable innovation and good practices in the vineyard and cellar, transforming them into concrete daily actions, such as the protection of biodiversity, reforestation, energy production from renewable sources or the implementation - since seven years ago - of the largest “carbon neutrality” program ever carried out by an Italian winery”. So don't be put off thinking this is anything like supermarket Pinot Grigio - it is not! This is a class wine, much like Pinot Grigio Livon from neighbouring Collio. I strongly recommend you try a bottle of either of these wines to see what real Pinot Grigio tastes like!Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio is a white wine based on pure fruit flavors. For this reason, careful handling in the winery is required to avoid oxidation and acidification. Therefore, the grapes are harvested by hand to ensure they remain whole and retain their delicate aromas and flavors. Then, they are de-stemmed, crushed, and pressed to release their juice. Afterward, this juice is carefully fermented in temperature-controlled tanks. Several additional weeks of aging are then required to fully develop the Pinot Grigio characteristic flavor. Finally, the wine is filtered from enzymes and bottled. Where Is Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio Made? The French and the Oregonians call it pinot gris, and in their hands, it tends to yield a slightly more vivid yellow color, spicier texture, and fuller-bodied wine. On the other hand, the Italians were the ones to popularize pinot grigio’s lighter, straw-colored, crisp, and citrus-driven style. With this in mind, the 2018 Four Graces Pinot Gris is our top choice.