Pinot Grigio
Minerally & Dry Pinot Grigio style is most famous from the northern parts of Italy. The mountains are a powerful force on the agriculture, insuring that the grapes keep their high acidity. This style is the quintessential ‘Pinot Grigio,’ loved for its simplicity.
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Style |
Dry Light to Medium Bodied |
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Primary Flavours |
Peach, Lemon, Almond, Yellow Apple |
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Cellaring |
Drink now or cellar up to 5 years |
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Tannin |
None |
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Acidity |
Medium to High |
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Region |
Northern Italy |
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Food Pairing |
Pinot Grigio works excellently with white meats and seafood particularly in meals that include a fruit element such as lemons, oranges, peaches or apricots. |
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Fiano
A fascinating Southern Italian white with a richer, almost waxy texture that’s known to be age worthy. It’s easy to find labeled as Fiano di Avellino from Campania.
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Style |
Dry Light to Medium Bodied |
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Primary Flavours |
Honeydew, Pear, Hazelnut, Orange Peel |
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Cellaring |
5+ years |
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Tannin |
None |
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Acidity |
Medium |
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Region |
Fiano di Avellino from Campania, Naples |
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Food Pairing |
A richer, and more flavorful white wine like Fiano matches well with savory glazed light meats like orange-rosemary roasted chicken and soy-glazed salmon. |
Falanghina
This variety defines Campania’s signature white. Wines are zesty with peach fruit, minerals, and almond notes.
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Style |
Dry Light to Medium Bodied |
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Primary Flavours |
Lemon, Citrus, Peach, Honey, Almond |
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Cellaring |
Drink now or cellar for up to 5 years |
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Tannin |
None |
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Acidity |
Medium |
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Region |
Campania, Naples |
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Food Pairing |
Falanghina is a great match with scallops, prawns, or clams. Try it seasoning your dish with lemon, garlic, and parsley. |
Moscato
An ancient aromatic white variety that’s available in many styles, from dry to sweet to still, sparkling, and fortified.
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Style |
Off-Dry, Light Bodied |
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Primary Flavours |
Orange Blossom, Pear, Honeysuckle, Citrus |
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Cellaring |
Drink now or cellar for up to 5 years |
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Tannin |
None |
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Acidity |
Medium to High |
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Region |
Northern Italy |
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Food Pairing |
All desserts and pastries, biscuits, also fruit and fruit salads |
