Sunday, March 24, 2013

Tasting - Cortenova Pinot Grigio


Name: Cortenova Pinot Grigio

Variety: Pinot Grigio

Region: Veneto

Country: Italy

Year: 2012

Price: $7.95

Shop Review: Brilliant straw color with emerald reflections. Fresh and floral bouquet with a hint of pears, apricots and bananas. Fresh and inviting with bright fruit and an easy drinking style with a pleasing hint of almonds in the aftertaste.  Pairs well with seafood dishes, risottos with scampi, spaghetti with clams, sole in white wine Perfect also as an aperitif.

My Review: At first sniff, this wine reminded me a lot of champagne, with a hint of a pear scent.  The wine seemed a bit buttery, perhaps meaning there was oaking at some point?  There also seemed to be a slight acidity, perhaps an apple type flavor.

With Food? No

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