Today, we review a 2009 Italian pinot grigio that cost me $19.
Folks, Ca’ Montini is serious. It is less sweet than many other pinot grigios, so it is less “fun”. But it’s good, some might say, extremely good. Dry, minerally, citrusy, and balanced. However, I just didn’t find that it was delicious enough to merit a price of $19. But this one is close — you might love it. Unfortunately, for your Wineguider, this elegant Italian is:
Not recommended.
Today we review a 2009 pinot grigio from Italy that will cost you $14 at Total Wine.
OK, this Italian white wine with the German-sounding name is absolutely delicious. It comes from the northernmost parts of Italy, bordering not Germany, but Austria. Clean, fun, a dash of minerality on your tongue, full of crisp, juicy citrus and honeydew flavors, with a gentle aroma of pears. Wow. I haven’t compared it directly to the very nice $15 Bolini, which I reviewed here, but I think Tiefenbrunner might be even better.
Tiefenbrunner is also better than the delectable value champion Lagaria pinot grigio, reviewed here. It should be better, since Lagaria is only $9. Is Tiefenbrunner worth the extra $5? Yes. But it’s a close call. Lagaria still gives more joy-per-dollar. If you are throwing a party, go with Lagaria. No-brainer. But if it’s a special dinner with just the two of you, I’d recommend Tiefenbrunner. Or Bolini. Both, also no-brainers.
This pinot grigio is:
Highly recommended.
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