Sartori Pinot Grigio

Sartori Pinot Grigio is a 100% Pinot Grigio white wine from Veneto, Italy, bottled at 12% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Produced by the fourth-generation family winery Sartori di Verona, this expression earned an 88/100 rating from Falstaff for its 2018 vintage and stands apart from many Pinot Grigios through its notably rich, silky mouthfeel and pronounced tropical fruit character.

Quick Facts: ABV: 12%  |  Origin: Veneto, Italy  |  Varietal: 100% Pinot Grigio  |  Producer: Sartori di Verona

Production & Heritage

Sartori di Verona has been a family-owned winery for four generations, with direct ownership of premium vineyards across Veneto and sourcing from Friuli-Venezia Giulia — two of northeastern Italy's most respected white wine regions. The grapes undergo soft pressing followed by fermentation at carefully controlled temperatures, a method designed to preserve delicate aromatics and maintain bright acidity. This vineyard-to-bottle control distinguishes the wine from many mass-produced Pinot Grigios that rely on purchased bulk juice.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The bouquet opens with delicate tropical fruit and citrus before revealing softer notes of ripe pear. The overall impression is fresh and inviting without being overly perfumed.

Taste: On the palate, melon and juicy pear flavors take the lead, supported by bright acidity that keeps each sip lively. The mid-palate reveals a surprisingly rich, silky texture that gives this wine more weight than many in the category. Well-balanced fruit sweetness and crisp minerality work in tandem throughout.

Finish: The finish is clean and refreshing with lingering notes of citrus zest and stone fruit. Medium in length, it leaves a crisp, dry impression that invites the next sip.

How to Drink Sartori Pinot Grigio

Serve chilled to around 8–10°C (46–50°F) to let the tropical and pear aromatics express themselves fully without muting the palate weight. This wine works well in a Spritz Veneziano, where its acidity and fruit hold up against the bittersweet Aperol base. Try it in a Hugo Spritz — the pear and melon flavors complement elderflower syrup beautifully. It also makes an excellent base for a White Sangria, contributing silky body and tropical fruit that round out a citrus- and stone-fruit sangria blend.

Best For

• Weeknight dinners featuring light pasta, seafood risotto, or grilled vegetables
• Summer entertaining — patio gatherings, garden parties, and poolside pours
• Introducing Italian white wine to friends exploring beyond Sauvignon Blanc
• Pairing with an Italian antipasti spread or aperitivo hour

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sartori Pinot Grigio taste like? Sartori Pinot Grigio delivers juicy pear and melon flavors with bright acidity and a notably silky, rich mouthfeel that sets it apart from thinner examples of the varietal. Tropical fruit and citrus notes round out the profile.

How does Sartori Pinot Grigio compare to Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio? Both are northeastern Italian Pinot Grigios, but Sartori tends toward a richer, more tropical fruit-driven style with a silkier texture, while Santa Margherita is often described as leaner and more mineral-focused. Sartori also typically sits at a lower price tier, making it a strong value alternative.

Is Sartori Pinot Grigio good for beginners? Yes — its approachable fruit-forward profile, balanced acidity, and smooth mouthfeel make it an excellent starting point for anyone new to Italian white wines. The 12% ABV keeps it light and easy to enjoy.

Where is Sartori Pinot Grigio made? Sartori Pinot Grigio is produced by Sartori di Verona, a fourth-generation family winery based in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy. The winery also sources fruit from Friuli-Venezia Giulia, another premier Pinot Grigio growing area.

What foods pair well with Sartori Pinot Grigio? Grilled shrimp or calamari, as the wine's acidity cuts through charred richness; light cream-based pastas like linguine with clam sauce, where the silky texture mirrors the dish; fresh caprese salad, with the pear and melon notes complementing mozzarella; sushi and sashimi, where clean acidity refreshes the palate; and mild soft cheeses like burrata or fresh goat cheese.

What sizes does Sartori Pinot Grigio come in? Sartori Pinot Grigio is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle, and select markets may carry 1.5L magnum formats.

Is Sartori Pinot Grigio worth the price? Sartori Pinot Grigio positions as a value-tier Italian white that consistently outperforms its price point — the Falstaff 88/100 score on the 2018 vintage and the silky mouthfeel put it above many competitors at a similar level.

Why Sartori Pinot Grigio?

What earns this wine its reputation is the combination of vineyard ownership and controlled-temperature winemaking that delivers a texture most sub-premium Pinot Grigios simply cannot match. The silky, rich palate weight — verified by the Falstaff 88/100 rating and an IWSC Bronze Medal — puts it in rare company at its price tier. Four generations of family winemaking in Veneto translate into a consistency that bulk-produced alternatives struggle to replicate. For anyone seeking a Pinot Grigio with genuine character rather than just crisp neutrality, this is a reliable bottle to reach for.