This is a cracking Pinot Grigio - has a subtle pinkish hue in the glass, in the style of the Italian ramato wines. Textured and plush, with the use of grape skins giving depth and bitterness. There's pear, quince and citrus, and it finishes with tanginess and grip.

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: The most famous expressions of Pinot Grigio in Italy come from the north, from regions like Alto Adige, Friuli and the Veneto. It's slightly cooler here, and the wines tend to have more focus and character than the warmer wines of the south.