Casaponte has nailed the Pinot Grigio in its trademark Venetian style. With attractive apples and pears dominating the palate, there is a hint of lemon, honeysuckle, and a mineral edge that together add lovely weight to this wine. A wine for any and all occasions!

Origin: Burgundy, in eastern France. Mainly Grown In: Italy (as Pinot Grigio), Germany (as Grauburgunder - the local name for Pinot Gris), USA, France (as Pinot Gris). Key Facts: Drum roll please... Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio are two different names for THE SAME GRAPE VARIETY. The use of Gris or Grigio depends on which country the grape was grown in and subtle stylistic differences. Pinot Grigio is the Italian version, and is typically known for being light and zesty. Where as Pinot Gris, the French version of the grape, is often richer and riper tasting with some spiciness. When made outside of Italy and France, Grigio or Gris name is used as a marker to define the style that the winemaker thinks it suits best; lean like Italian Pinot Grigio or riper and rounder like the French Pinot Gris. Fun Fact: Did you know that Pinot Grigio is one of the earlier ripening grapes? This means it's often one of the first varietals picked at harvest, and one of the first to be bottled and sold.