Attention wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs! Are you ready to embark on a journey through the enchanting realm of wine? Look no further than the captivating Pinot Grigio, a wine celebrated for its elegance, versatility, and unrivalled charm. To honour this exceptional varietal, we are thrilled to announce a special promotion in celebration of Pinot Grigio Day, offering a generous 12% discount on our fabulous selection of Pinot Grigio wines.
Indulge in this remarkable opportunity to savour the delights of this beloved wine at an incredible value!
But before you dig in ... did you know these top 5 fun facts?
* Pronounced: pee-no gree-geo
* This variety was born in Burgundy France (called Pinot Gris) but the Pinot Grigio style most probably originated in Italy.
Pinot Gris wines are generally made from riper grapes exposed to the sun for longer. The resulting Pinot Gris wines are fuller-bodied, drier, and richer, and they feature more notes of tropical fruits than their Italian Grigio cousins.
* Pinot Grigio is not made from white wine grapes! 'Gris' or 'grigio' refers to the 'gray' or 'grayish-blue' shade of the berries
* The largest plantings of pinot gris are not found in France or Italy but in Germany
* Although these wines are not meant for aging, Alsatian styles are the exception and can be cellared for 5-10 years.
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2019 Michael Opitz Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Gris
Regular price £23.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%No Tricks, Just Wine
This Sauvignon-Pinot Gris blend is a revelation! A truly sophisticated wine, full of finesse and soft tones, with Burgundy elegance and reserved coolness. A fascinating, sensuous palate, with fully mature flavours, which impresses from the first sip. The herbaceous tang of Sauvignon creates a fine balance of sweet fruitiness and crisp acidity.
Tasting Notes
The human iris – As unique as a fingerprint and therefore the perfect symbol for our exceptionally high-quality wines. Every single one is genuinely unique – as unparalleled and individual as the occasions when we drink wine.
Producer
Organic, Biodynamic, young, trendy, and Austrian! Michael Opitz is part of the new generation of wine growers, no longer producing mainstream but rather, distinctive, confident wines. The personality of this winegrower is reflected in the style of the wines, which are considered and confident without excessive inclination towards the dramatic. Michael Opitz also particularly values sustainability in the winery. This includes improvements in the vineyard and in the cellar as well as considerations concerning transport, packaging materials and many other aspects.
Alan's Personal Notes
"This one was labelled 'natural' not orange but still a decent colour extracted. With Sauv Blanc being the lead varietal - it’s certainly the more commercial of the two whites he produces. Equally magnificent but still difficult to recognise any particular fruit aromas or flavours - but again multi-layered, complex, and with great length - and again that saline finish. Just shades it to be my favourite of the two - but Di preferred last night. Definitely a winemaker to watch." January 2022
Specifications
| Year | 2019 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Sauvignon Blanc & Pinot Gris |
| Country | Austria |
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Alcohol content
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13.5% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
| Type | Orange Wine |
| Aging |
10 months in Austrian oak and Accacia Barrels |
| Allergen Information | Almost Sulfur Free |
| Dietary Information |
Organic, Vegan & Vegetarian
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| Origin | Burgenland |
