Handpicked gift set
Original 2 Bottle Pinot Grigio Wine Set
A thoughtful gift for Pinot Grigio lovers, bringing together two distinctive European expressions of the grape. Piemonte offers freshness with a gently textured, ripe feel, while Romania’s Viile Timisului brings generous orchard fruit and lively citrus acidity.
£24.99
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Pinot Grigio with a little more to say
One grape, two engaging European expressions
This gift set has been curated for anyone who enjoys Pinot Grigio’s refreshing character but would like to discover more of the variety’s personality. Pendenza comes from Araldica, a leading Piemonte cooperative with decades of experience working alongside local growers. Quality fruit and time on the lees give its light, fresh style an appealing touch of ripeness and texture. Calusari takes the journey east to Viile Timisului, where the modern, dynamic Cramele Recas creates an expressive Pinot Grigio filled with grapefruit, peach, melon and apple, all lifted by bright citrus acidity. Together they make an enjoyable comparison and a versatile choice for easy-going meals, aperitifs or a thoughtful wine gift.
The Wines
Pendenza Pinot Grigio
Araldica, Piemonte, Italy
Tasting note
Light and refreshing, Pendenza brings delicate citrus and pear to the glass, with a gently textured feel and a little extra ripeness from lees ageing. Its clean, crisp finish makes it an easy wine to settle into.
Pair with
Lovely as an aperitif, or alongside seafood, fresh salads, grilled chicken and vegetable dishes.
Calusari Pinot Grigio
Cramele Recas, Viile Timisului, Romania
Tasting note
Grapefruit and peach aromas lead into a light, lively palate full of melon and apple. Bright citrus acidity keeps the generous fruit feeling fresh and gives the wine an energetic, appetising character.
Pair with
Bring it out with seafood, a crisp salad, light pasta or simply pour a glass before supper.
Why we love this Pinot Grigio gift set
Pendenza and Calusari show why Pinot Grigio is more interesting than its familiar refreshing reputation might suggest. Araldica brings Piemonte know-how and a gently textured style, while Cramele Recas offers the vivid fruit and bright acidity of a modern Romanian expression.
- Pendenza from Araldica gains extra texture and ripeness from lees ageing, giving its fresh Piemonte character a satisfying sense of depth.
- Calusari from Cramele Recas fills the glass with grapefruit, peach, melon and apple, balanced by lively citrus acidity.
- The contrast between subtle Italian texture and vibrant Romanian fruit makes this an engaging introduction to Pinot Grigio’s versatility.
I love the way these wines take a familiar grape in two different directions: Pendenza is quietly textured and refreshing, while Calusari is bright, fruity and full of energy.
Becky