Livon, Collio (Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy) Pinot Grigio 2013

($17, Angelini Wine): With all the mediocre examples of Pinot Grigio on the market, it’s understandable that those consumers really interested in wine just avoid the category entirely.  As is often the case, price doesn’t separate the wheat from the chaff with many vapid ones occupying the same price point as this commendable one.  Fresh and mineraly, one sip explains why the category became so popular.  It’s lively with plenty of depth putting it a cut above the usual.  You can reintroduce yourself to Pinot Grigio with Livon’s.
90 Michael Apstein Nov 25, 2014