W.O.T.W

Wine of the Week...inspired by the warm days, the smell of the charcoal, and long evenings; Jermann Pinot Grigio.  No, I'm not talking about that cheap sweet stuff from Cali.  I'm talking about an amazing depth of flavor, richness, minerality, elegance, balance, & longevity of the most well made Pinot Grigio from Fruili Italy.  Located in the Northeastern portion of Italy, Fruili is know for it's sophisticated whites and dynamic reds.  Jermann Winery is situated in the Province of Gorizia and dates back 1881 and is now run by Silvio Jermann.  Silvio meticulously monitors all the tiny vineyards throughout the area and currently makes 3 different red wines and 9 different white wines. Vintage Tunina a Sauvignon and Chardonnay blend as well as Red Angel a 100% Pinot Noir are two of Silivio's flagship wines. Pinot Grigio however seems to be the most popular(at least in my house).  Respectful of the terrain and natural slopes, Silvio shows the true characteristics of Pinot Grigio and the land it grows on.  Predominantly marlstone and sandstone soils, this Pinot Grigio is rich and round with a backbone of minerality.  This is a Pinot Grigio for that consumer that likes a good Chablis or dry Alsacian wine.  Maybe not your style if you drink Pinot Grigio by the gallon!  Jermann Pinot Grigio might cost a couple bucks more than what you expect to pay for a PG but trust me, its worth the extra!