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.
Producing wines with varietal integrity and consistency at affordable price points has been Bollini’s goal since it began in 1979. It offers a zesty and abundant pinot grigio from high-elevation vineyards within Vigneti delle Dolomiti in Northeastern Italy under the gaze of the Dolomite Mountains. First impressions of the wine show bright aromas of white flowers, honeysuckle, wild herbs, and orchard fruits. These perfumed aromatics lead to zesty green apple, Meyer lemon, white peach, and soft herbs on the palate. There is a flinty hint of crushed stone lingering throughout from the front palate to the back, elevating the overall character of the selection. With 12.5% alcohol and an average retail price of $16, Bollini successfully fulfills its goal of offering quality and affordability in its pinot grigio offering.
Excerpt Taken From: Tasting Table
Author: Hayley Hamilton Cogill
