It’s very popular.  What can I say?  It’s the most popular wine imported into this country – it’s easily made, produced – and thus inexpensive.

It’s great for a wedding – especially when you have a bunch of indiscriminate drinkers.  It gives them what they want – and it’s easy on the pocket book – a win-win in my book.  Plus, it’s pairs well with chicken, fish and pasta – food that is very popular at weddings.

Pinot Grigio is the Italian counterpart to France’s Pinot Gris (can I mention those in the same sentence?).  Sorry, if I committed a faux-pas.  The popularity of Pinot Grigio has grown to such portions that Oregon and California have jumped onto the Grigio bandwagon – with California producing more Pinot Grigio than Chardonnay.  Amazing!

While wine professionals poo-poo Pinot Grigio – there may be some notable bottlings.

Italian Northern Region of Trentino-Alto Adige

Italy – other regions

California

Happy planning!

Tags: Libations, Wedding Beverages

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