Nestled near the Tuscan hillside town of Vinci – historic home of Leonardo da Vinci – Cantine Leonardo Da Vinci brings together 200 passionate local winegrowers, who contribute their finest grapes to an extraordinary collection of authentic Italian wines. Rooted in centuries of winemaking tradition, Da Vinci wines embody the rolling hills of Tuscany. Cantine Leonardo Da Vinci works closely with growers in the delle Venezie IGT to create Pinot Grigio from Northeast Italy.
From the Wine Maker – “Our Da Vinci delle Venezie Pinot Grigio has a brilliant straw color and delicate floral aromas. The palate is full and ripe, characterized by notes of apple, tropical and citrus fruits, and a hint of minerality. Lively acidity and a fresh, crisp profile make this a wonderfully versatile white wine.”
The wine is delicious paired with delicately boiled white fish or fish prepared in light sauces, such as lemon butter. Raw, crisp or steamed vegetable dishes.
Rating:
This wine was given a 82 point rating by Wine Spectator.
100 % Pinot Grigio from Sicilia, Made from the Pinot Grigio grape variety which expresses its multifaceted character in different areas of Italy. Fruity aromas of peaches and ripe apples dominate the nose of this wine. On the palate it offers a balanced flavour, lively and enjoyable thanks to the pleasant acidity.
The eco-friendly Purato Pinot Grigio/Catarratto is hand-harvested from organically farmed vineyards in sunny Sicily. Using only the safest methods of fertilization and pest control, Feudo Santa Tresa has extended their total commitment to the environment by using all eco-friendly products for our packaging; recycled paper and pure vegetable ink for the label, 85% recycled glass for the bottle and recycled cardboard for the cartons.
The area referred to as the “Tre Venezie” encompasses a vast territory in northern Italy, including part of the Trentino region, as well as the entirety of the Veneto and the Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions. Protected to the north by the Alps, the area is well-ventilated by the warm, gentle breezes off the Adriatic Sea. Pinot Grigio thrives in this unique terrain. Italian white-wine making was revolutionized in this region through cold fermentation, the selection of yeasts, and densely planted vineyards.
For more than 500 years, the Maso Canali Estate has cultivated exceptional wine grapes by hand in the heart of Trentino, Italy – the historic home of Pinot Grigio. Today, Maso Canali is the culmination of dedicated winegrowers and artisans who use a unique winemaking method to craft a Pinot Grigio of extraordinary depth and flavor. The fruit from this vineyard is so exclusive, it is believed that centuries ago armed guards watched over the vines day and night.
In 1994, Roy and Rachael Cecchetti purchased a two and a half-acre parcel in the Sonoma Valley, one mile east of the Plaza. On that parcel, situated next to the grand willow tree and the natural spring fed pond, was an old backhouse. Through some research of the property, it was discovered that the old backhouse was once home to vintners, writers, artists and those who craved the solitude and enjoyment of nature. Backhouse wines were created to bring these memories back to life for a new generation.
Alta Luna (“High Moon”) Pinot Grigio represents the finest selection of Pinot Grigio grapes from prime vineyard sites in the foothills of Italy’s breathtaking Dolomite Alps. This region has a longstanding reputation for producing some of the best quality Pinot Grigio grapes in the world. Our winemakers have crafted a singular wine that exudes an exceptional aromatic quality and a crisp, elegant palate.
From the winemaker – “The Pinot Grigio vineyards of BARONE FINI are 25 to 30 years old. Grape picking is manual; all blemished clusters are discarded. Selected grapes are taken to the excellent, state-of-the-art cooperative winery, where they are put through soft, cold crushing. Juice is then divided into several units, each undergoing a different temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The result, in effect, is several distinct wines in progress. After reaching equilibrium, juice sections are skillfully blended by our winemakers into the final BARONE FINI Pinot Grigio.
An aromatic wine with delicate notes of pear and a hint of almond blossoms. It’s refreshingly dry and crisp on the palate with medium-bodied fruit and citrus flavors on the finish.
Andre’ — “Okay, truth be told I have been heard saying many times over ” I am not a fan of Pinot Grigio” . Maybe it was that first encounter with a certain wine you all may know “SM”. Not a bad wine, but for the money there is just so much more interesting juice out there. 
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