Friday, September 4, 2026 white wine review is a delicious Pinot Grigio from the delle Venezie DOC in northeastern Italy that returned to the LCBO in last month's LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection.
It is produced by Bortoluzzi Wines, a family-owned winery that was established in 1982 by Giovanni Bortoluzzi, in the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia in northeastern Italy. The family estate is situated at Borgo Tintor, within the comune of Gradisca d'Isonzo, in the far eastern part of Italy, close to the Slovenian border. Since its founding, the family's production philosophy has been based on the Latin motto "Ad Maiora", which means "towards greater things."
The Bortoluzzi family's passion for wine was handed down from one generation to the next. Giovanni worked in the wine industry as a consultant and bottler for many years before deciding to establish his own estate with his wife, Mireide. Today, the children of Giovanni and Mireide hold important roles in the family business, as Alberto is the Agricultural Expert and Vineyard Manager, Angela is Administration and Marketing Manager, and Alessio is Sales Director and Cellar Manager.
Together, they tend to their lands and vineyards which are treated like gardens. The Bortoluzzi vineyards are divided between the hills and plains, in the prestigious DOC wine regions of Collio and Isonzo, within Friuli Venezia Giulia. They pay great attention to detail, ranging from the extraordinary order of their rows to everyday work at the winery. While firmly believing that sensitivity is fundamental to creating excellent wines, their ability to listen to the land and perceive subtle changes in the vineyard allows Bortoluzzi to understand their terroir, adapt, and improve, which is at the heart of their wine production.
As good wine is made in the vineyard, sustainability is an indelible imprint that permeates every aspect of the Bortoluzzi family's daily lives. In order to make progress, it is essential to look to the future without forgetting the valuable lessons imparted by history and experience. They have great respect for the rhythms of nature as the vineyards are the beating heart of the winery, and their commitment to sustainability begins with the meticulous care of the rows of vines.
This white wine is crafted with 100% Pinot Grigio that was grown on the outskirts of the comune of Gradisca d'Isonzo, right on what in Roman times was the important Via Gemina. Half of the grapes come from 50 hectares of vineyards surrounding Bortoluzzi's Borgo Tintor estate, while the remainder comes from the prestigious DOCs of Collio and Isonzo. To craft this wine, all the grapes were hand-harvested and gently pressed whole. After being cold-decanted, the must was fermented at a controlled temperature of 17°C in stainless steel tanks for 6 months.
The growing season in 2024 in delle Venezie began with abundant spring rains, with different frequency and intensity depending on the area, followed by a sharp increase in temperatures, which improved the situation. With proper management in the vineyard, the result was healthy and quality grapes. Let's see how this 2024 Pinot Grigio from DOC delle Venezie is tasting tonight...
The lifted, medium-high intensity nose offers fresh spring flowers, lemon citrus, apple, pear, and garden herb aromas with hints of honey blossom emerging with time in the glass. On the dry, medium-bodied, and textured palate it is ripe with lemon citrus, honey blossom, floral, apple, and pear replays joined by spice and leesy mineral flavours. It's supported by clean and fresh acidity, while citrus, apple, and pear flavours taper to leesy minerals and gentle pithy notes on the long, textured finish. Recommended buy! Score: 89 pts
Other delicious wines by Bortoluzzi can be ordered through their Agent - Woodman Wines & Spirits.
It is produced by Bortoluzzi Wines, a family-owned winery that was established in 1982 by Giovanni Bortoluzzi, in the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia in northeastern Italy. The family estate is situated at Borgo Tintor, within the comune of Gradisca d'Isonzo, in the far eastern part of Italy, close to the Slovenian border. Since its founding, the family's production philosophy has been based on the Latin motto "Ad Maiora", which means "towards greater things."
The Bortoluzzi family's passion for wine was handed down from one generation to the next. Giovanni worked in the wine industry as a consultant and bottler for many years before deciding to establish his own estate with his wife, Mireide. Today, the children of Giovanni and Mireide hold important roles in the family business, as Alberto is the Agricultural Expert and Vineyard Manager, Angela is Administration and Marketing Manager, and Alessio is Sales Director and Cellar Manager.
Together, they tend to their lands and vineyards which are treated like gardens. The Bortoluzzi vineyards are divided between the hills and plains, in the prestigious DOC wine regions of Collio and Isonzo, within Friuli Venezia Giulia. They pay great attention to detail, ranging from the extraordinary order of their rows to everyday work at the winery. While firmly believing that sensitivity is fundamental to creating excellent wines, their ability to listen to the land and perceive subtle changes in the vineyard allows Bortoluzzi to understand their terroir, adapt, and improve, which is at the heart of their wine production.
As good wine is made in the vineyard, sustainability is an indelible imprint that permeates every aspect of the Bortoluzzi family's daily lives. In order to make progress, it is essential to look to the future without forgetting the valuable lessons imparted by history and experience. They have great respect for the rhythms of nature as the vineyards are the beating heart of the winery, and their commitment to sustainability begins with the meticulous care of the rows of vines.
This white wine is crafted with 100% Pinot Grigio that was grown on the outskirts of the comune of Gradisca d'Isonzo, right on what in Roman times was the important Via Gemina. Half of the grapes come from 50 hectares of vineyards surrounding Bortoluzzi's Borgo Tintor estate, while the remainder comes from the prestigious DOCs of Collio and Isonzo. To craft this wine, all the grapes were hand-harvested and gently pressed whole. After being cold-decanted, the must was fermented at a controlled temperature of 17°C in stainless steel tanks for 6 months.
The growing season in 2024 in delle Venezie began with abundant spring rains, with different frequency and intensity depending on the area, followed by a sharp increase in temperatures, which improved the situation. With proper management in the vineyard, the result was healthy and quality grapes. Let's see how this 2024 Pinot Grigio from DOC delle Venezie is tasting tonight...
Tasting Note:
BORTOLUZZI PINOT GRIGIO DELLE VENEZIE 2024 - DOC, Italy (#27621) (XD) - $23.95The lifted, medium-high intensity nose offers fresh spring flowers, lemon citrus, apple, pear, and garden herb aromas with hints of honey blossom emerging with time in the glass. On the dry, medium-bodied, and textured palate it is ripe with lemon citrus, honey blossom, floral, apple, and pear replays joined by spice and leesy mineral flavours. It's supported by clean and fresh acidity, while citrus, apple, and pear flavours taper to leesy minerals and gentle pithy notes on the long, textured finish. Recommended buy! Score: 89 pts
Other delicious wines by Bortoluzzi can be ordered through their Agent - Woodman Wines & Spirits.
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