Bright, crisp, dry, and filled with sunshine, few wines are more refreshing than a chilled glass of pinot grigio. The grape variety’s origin is French, where it is known as pinot gris. However, the Italians adjusted the name, changing gris to grigio (both meaning grey due to the grape’s pinkish-grey skin color), making it their own. Today, pinot grigio is the second most popular type of white wine in the United States, ranking just behind chardonnay. The category makes up some of the most popular value white wines worldwide, as you can easily find well-priced options from producers around the world crafting their version of the dry yet fruit-forward wine.
Authenticity is essential to the wines crafted by The Simple Grape. The California appellation wines are from certified sustainable vineyards dotted throughout the state. The attention to sustainability ensures wines reveal a varietal character while ensuring vineyard soils are healthy, there is a reduction in water consumption, and wildlife conservation is a focus. The winery practices a hands-off winemaking approach that allows the Golden State’s grapes to shine with genuine quality, displaying classic varietal characteristics. The wines do not have added sugars, are vegan, and gluten free. The Simple Grape Pinot Grigio has an average price of $16. It shows the fruit-forward flavors of ripe orchard fruit, lemons, oranges, and honeydew. With 13.5% alcohol and bright acidity, the balanced wine has enough weight and freshness to pair with rich foods, like cream-based sauces, a classic roasted chicken, or oily fishes, like our baked honey citrus salmon.
Excerpt Taken From: Tasting Table
Author: Hayley Hamilton Cogill
