Delle Venezie IGT
Delle Venezie IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica) is a large wine designation covering the northeastern Italian regions of Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, and Trentino-Alto Adige. This cool climate area with diverse soils ranging from alluvial plains to Alpine foothills is primarily known for its crisp white wines, particularly Pinot Grigio, along with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and red varieties such as Merlot and Cabernet. Delle Venezie was elevated from an IGT to a DOC status in 2017, specifically for Pinot Grigio, highlighting the region's significance in producing fresh, aromatic whites with good acidity.
Wines from Delle Venezie IGT
Foeminae Pinot Grigio
Foeminae Pinot Grigio is a crisp, refreshing white wine from the Delle Venezie IGT in northeastern Italy. This elegant expression showcases bright acidity with delicate fruit flavors characteristic of high-quality Pinot Grigio from this renowned region.
Riff Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie
Riff Pinot Grigio comes from high-altitude vineyards in northeastern Italy's Delle Venezie region, where the cool alpine climate produces wines with more character and structure than your average bland Pinot Grigio. The name 'Riff' actually refers to the ancient coral reef formations in the Dolomite mountains that contribute to the region's distinctive limestone soils – giving this wine its characteristic mineral backbone. This isn't your aunt's insipid Pinot Grigio that she drinks with three ice cubes – it's a proper expression of what this grape can be when grown in the right place and made with care. Crisp and refreshing, yes, but also showing genuine character and sense of place. It's the perfect bottle to reach for when you want something versatile and crowd-pleasing that won't bore you to tears or require a dissertation to appreciate. Sometimes simple pleasures are the best – especially when they're executed this well.