Stellina Di Notte Pinot Grigio

Stellina Di Notte Pinot Grigio is a crisp Italian white wine from Veneto's delle Venezie IGT at 12% ABV in a 750ml bottle. What distinguishes this expression from typical single-region Pinot Grigios is its cross-regional blending approach — Pinot Grigio sourced from Veneto is complemented by Chardonnay from Sicily, adding body and richness to the wine's bright citrus core.

Quick Facts: ABV: 12%  |  Origin: Veneto, Italy (delle Venezie IGT)  |  Varietal: Pinot Grigio with Chardonnay  |  Producer: Treasury Wine Estates

Production & Heritage

Stellina Di Notte — Italian for "little star of the night" — is produced under Treasury Wine Estates, one of the world's largest wine companies, which acquired the label from Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines. The Pinot Grigio grapes are harvested from vineyards in Veneto, in northeastern Italy, where the delle Venezie IGT designation ensures adherence to Italy's regional quality standards. The addition of Chardonnay sourced from Sicily, at the southern tip of the Italian peninsula, introduces a layer of tropical richness not typically found in straightforward Veneto Pinot Grigios, making this a deliberately constructed blend rather than a single-varietal, single-region wine.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with bright citrus and green apple before giving way to melon, kiwi, and subtle floral notes. There is a clean, inviting quality that signals the wine's refreshing character.

Taste: On the palate, lively green apple and lemon flavors lead the entry, transitioning to riper pear and kiwi at mid-palate. The Chardonnay component reveals itself through a smooth, silky texture and hints of tropical fruit, balanced by a pleasant minerality that keeps the wine grounded.

Finish: The finish is crisp and clean with a lemony brightness that lingers without overstaying. A gentle mineral note anchors the close, leaving a refreshing impression.

How to Drink Stellina Di Notte

Serve well-chilled, between 45–50°F, to let the citrus and mineral notes shine without muting the tropical fruit character. This is a wine built for easy, immediate drinking rather than prolonged aging.

• Aperol Spritz: The wine's crisp acidity and citrus profile provide a clean backbone when substituted for Prosecco in this classic Italian aperitif.
• White Wine Spritzer: The bright apple and pear flavors hold up well when lengthened with sparkling water and a citrus garnish.
• Sangria Bianca: The melon and kiwi aromatics pair naturally with fresh summer fruits in a white sangria.

Best For

• Weeknight dinners when you want a reliable, food-friendly Italian white
• Warm-weather patio drinking and casual outdoor gatherings
• Introducing someone to Italian Pinot Grigio without a steep price commitment
• Light appetizer courses and brunch spreads

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stellina Di Notte taste like? Stellina Di Notte delivers bright green apple, lemon, and pear flavors supported by a smooth, silky texture and pleasant minerality. The Chardonnay component adds subtle tropical fruit richness to an otherwise classic Pinot Grigio profile.

How does Stellina Di Notte compare to Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio? Santa Margherita is a single-varietal, single-region Pinot Grigio from Alto Adige that positions at a higher price tier with a leaner, more mineral-driven style. Stellina Di Notte takes a different approach by blending Veneto-sourced Pinot Grigio with Sicilian Chardonnay for added body and tropical fruit character at a more accessible price point.

Is Stellina Di Notte good for beginners? Yes — its approachable fruit-forward profile, smooth texture, and moderate 12% ABV make it an easy entry point for anyone exploring Italian white wines.

Where is Stellina Di Notte made? The Pinot Grigio grapes are grown in Veneto, northeastern Italy, under the delle Venezie IGT designation, while Chardonnay is sourced from Sicily to round out the blend. The wine is produced by Treasury Wine Estates.

What foods pair well with Stellina Di Notte? Grilled shrimp or seafood salads complement its citrus brightness; light pasta dishes with pesto or cream sauce match the wine's smooth texture; fresh mozzarella and tomato caprese echoes its Italian origins; mild chicken dishes let the fruit flavors take center stage; and sushi or light Asian fare works well against its crisp acidity.

What sizes does Stellina Di Notte come in? Stellina Di Notte Pinot Grigio is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle and is also commonly found in a 1.5L magnum format.

Is Stellina Di Notte worth the price? Stellina Di Notte positions as a value-tier Italian Pinot Grigio that consistently delivers clean, fruit-driven drinking without pretension. For everyday enjoyment and casual entertaining, it represents solid quality relative to its affordable price category.

Why Stellina Di Notte?

The deliberate cross-regional blending of Veneto Pinot Grigio with Sicilian Chardonnay sets this wine apart from the crowded field of single-region Italian Pinot Grigios. That Chardonnay addition gives it a textural richness — smooth and silky rather than austere — that makes it versatile at the table and appealing to drinkers who find some Pinot Grigios too thin. Previous vintages earned Silver medals at both Dan Berger's International Wine Competition and the Los Angeles International Wine Competition, confirming the blend's consistent appeal. For a value-tier Italian white, this kind of thoughtful construction is uncommon and worth noting.