Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio Italian White Wine (6 x 75cl Bottles)

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Fining agents, such as egg whites, casein (from milk), and even gelatin can be added towards the end of the wine's aging process to help improve a wine's clarity and stability. Fining agents are not intended to remain in the final product, but there's no guarantee. The brand celebrated its 60th year in 2021, so it seems more than coincidental that it won a major accolade the same year. The Italian wine guide Gambero Rosso awarded Gruppo Vinicolo Santa Margherita—the group that owns the Santa Margherita brand—its 2021 Winery of the Year accolade. This is what they said about it. Santa Margherita Gruppo Vinicolo The French and the Oregonians call it pinot gris, and in their hands, it tends to yield a slightly more vivid yellow color, spicier texture, and fuller-bodied wine. On the other hand, the Italians were the ones to popularize pinot grigio’s lighter, straw-colored, crisp, and citrus-driven style. With this in mind, the 2018 Four Graces Pinot Gris is our top choice. The wine was immediately popular and signified the democratisation of wine, allowing new consumers, especially women, to play a vital role in wine purchasing decisions into the future. Showing a unique rosy, purplish hue upon full ripeness, this “white” variety is actually born out of a mutation of Pinot Noir. The grape boasts two versions of its name, as well as two generally distinct styles. In Italy, Pinot Grigio achieves most success in the mountainous regions of Trentino and Alto Adige as well as in the neighboring Friuli—all in Italy’s northeast. France's Alsace and Oregon's Willamette Valley produce some of the world's most well-regarded Pinot Gris wine. California produces both styles with success. Where Does Pinot Gris / Pinot Grigio Come From?

Voga Italia is a modern Italian brand known for its interesting bottle shapes and resealable caps. The delle Venezie IGT region in which its Pinot Grigio is produced is possibly the nation’s most-famous for the variety, with seven out of every 10 bottles of wine produced here made from the gray grapes. 7. Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio Colli Orientali del Friuli, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, ItalyAccording to winemaker Peter Zemmer, not all pinot grigio is the same. “In Alto Adige, pinot grigio flourishes under outstanding cool climatic conditions with big temperature differences between day and night,” he says, describing these conditions, in addition to good sunshine and ventilation, as “favorable for the variety. Over 80 years ago, Count Gaetano Marzotto led the revitalization of an abandoned portion of the Venetian countryside. Here, where rivers from the alps cut through the sun-drenched hills on their winding way to the Mediterranean shore, he created much-needed farmlands and restored traditional wine-making in what had been a region of fine vineyards since the time of the Roman Empire. Employing new agricultural science and a commitment to the needs of the Italian people, Marzotto gave this labor of love the name of his dear wife Margherita, and the first piece in the mosaic of Santa Margherita was set.

Dominant red varieties include the bold, herbaceous Lagrein and delicate, strawberry-kissed, Schiava, in addition to some Pinot Nero. Located between the tongue‐twisting towns of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, this DOCG is Prosecco’s historical heartland and the most respected area in the Prosecco region. The local climate is mild, influenced by both the warmer air coming up from the Adriatic Sea and the cooler air coming down from the Dolomites. This pre‐Alps area is defined by its hills, with soils of sandstone and clay around Valdobbiadene, turning to clay, limestone and an alluvial mix near Conegliano. Pinot Gris is originally from France, and it is technically not a variety but a clone of Pinot Noir. In Italy it’s called Pinot Grigio (Italian for gray), and it is widely planted in northern and NE Italy. Pinot Gris is also grown around the globe, most notably in Oregon, California, and New Zealand. No matter where it’s made or what it’s called, Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio produces many exciting styles. Tasting Notes for Pinot Grigio Balanced and refreshing, the wine begins with aromas of lime blossoms, lemon zest, and stone fruits. In the same manner, it continues on the palate. And it finishes amidst citrusy crispiness. One of the best-selling Pinot Grigios, this offering from Santa Margherita begins its aromatic journey with scents of crispy pears, apples, vibrant lime blossoms, acacias, and fragrances of white peaches. It seems obvious that wine would naturally be vegan, but there can be some processing aids used to finish and stabilize a wine that can come from animal sources.It has an intense aroma with strong fruit on the palate, good body and an almost creamy texture. Delicious just to drink but also well suited to a variety of foods including fish dishes. Although more synonymous with Italy in the present day, pinot grigio (gris) actually finds its origins in France’s Burgundy region. Oaky sensations can be detected on the nose and add depth. In fact, cedar and cinnamon spice become very pronounced after a few vigorous swirls. In the mouth, the wine is buttery and creamy. Tastes of ripe pineapples, peaches, apricots, and marzipan dominate. In addition, flavors of Meyer lemons, smoke, and cheese combine to create an even more mouthwatering result. The moderate acidity offsets the creaminess, while the finish is lingering with hints of pepper and kiwi.

Prosecco DOC is one of Italy’s largest denominations (or defined region of production) and comes from a wide area that includes central and northeastern Veneto plus all of Friuli‐Venezia Giulia. Because it is one of Italy’s largest denominations geographically, soil types, aspect and the local mesoclimate can vary widely. That said, Prosecco DOC wines in general are fresh, fruity and easy‐to‐drink.It comes from the prestigious Valdadige region up in the hills in the Alto Adige, where quality Pinot Grigio flourishes. This is a world away from the entry level Pinot Grigio del Venezie that you see in the multiples and supermarkets, and in truth much of that isn't really Pinot Grigio anyway. The UK supermarkets annually sell around five times more "Pinot Grigio del Venezie" than the region can physically produce! Much of this wine is shipped in from other countries such as Hungary and is even made from different graspes such as Garganega! When you hear “Santa Margherita,” you probably think of our iconic Pinot Grigio. While we’re proud to have led an entire generation of Italian white wines with this inspiring and much-loved favorite, there’s a lot more to our story. Santa Margherita represents the best of tradition, innovation, a passion for authentic and enjoyable wines, and respect for the people and the lands that produces them. Pinot grigio’s crisp, easy-drinking nature—and often very affordable price points—are two of the main reasons why wines produced from this grape are likely so popular. Consumer recognition and an easy-to-pronounce name also help! Santa Margherita has a low-calorie density. There are about 22 calories in 1 fluid ounce of the beverage, equating to a total of 110 calories per serving. The calorie breakdown is 0 grams of fats, 6 grams of sodium, 4 grams of total carbohydrate, 1 gram of protein, and 2 grams of total sugars. Consequently, Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio calories do not pose a threat to consumers on a low-carb diet. Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio alcohol content sits at 12,5% per 750ml bottle, a regular alcohol concentration for medium-bodied white wine. Conclusion