dellatorri wine?

Question

I'd like to know where I can buy some Dellatorri Pinot Grigio - a case or two. It's sometimes available locally but they haven't gotten any for a while. It's a great inexpensive pinot; they also have a great chianti. THANKS. BTW -I live in a state where wine can be shipped to - WV. Have had wine shipped to me before. THANKS

Answer 1

You are looking for a good wine that isn't readily available. It's likely that the merchant you bought if from receives an allocation around release time and then sells out. You may want to check with the store to see if they will buy more on the next release for you. In the mean time, here is an article from the SF Chronicle that reviewed the Dellatorri along with several other similar wines. It may help you find something else that will appeal to you:

Here are the panel picks from the 30 Italian Pinot Grigios from 2003 and 2004 tasted for today.

2003 Attems Collio Pinot Grigio

Price: $20

Body: Light-medium

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Aromas of white flowers, yellow apple, lemon, citrus and almond paste; similar flavors; dense texture and nice finish; simple but quaffable. Nice example of Italian Pinot Grigio.



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2003 Bella Sera Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio
Price: $7

Body: Light

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Light nose of citrus, yellow apple and bright floral aromas; flavors of lemon and other citrus; low alcohol and moderate acidity; a simple wine ending with a lemon finish.



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2003 Campagnola Veneto Pinot Grigio
Price: $10

Body: Light-medium

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Floral, white peach, citrus and mineral on the nose with flavors of yellow apple and citrus; ripe and rich in the mouth; crisp acidity, nice balance; simple but well made.



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2003 Castello Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio
Price: $17

Body: Light-medium

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Aromas of lemon, pear, almond paste, spice and mineral; pure varietal fruit with citrus flavors and light mineral finish; good acidity, easy-drinking.



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2003 Dellatorri Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio
Price: $12

Body: Light

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Aromas of apple, citrus, lemon balm and mineral with similar flavors that are more citrusy; very crisp acidity; good length; simple but OK.



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2003 Gabbiano Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio
Price: $10

Body: Light-medium

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Nose is closed; palate has very rich, ripe lemon and honeydew melon fruit with mineral and marzipan flavors; rich and long; good length, sharp finish.



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2003 Masi Masianco Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio & Verduzzo
Price: $14

Body: Medium

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Gentle floral, white peach, Asian pear, lemongrass and mineral/flint aromas; rich, supple citrus flavors; moderate acidity and concentration; balanced but short, simple finish.



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2003 Maso Canali Trentino Pinot Grigio
Price: $16

Body: Light

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Sweet nose of jasmine, lemon and orange blossoms, yellow apple, almond and light mineral with similar flavors; tart acidity but balanced with fruit; long finish; well made.



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2003 Santi Sortesele Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio
Price: $14

Body: Light-medium

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Light aromas of lemon, citrus, unripe pear, pineapple, almonds and mineral; lemon, pear, vanilla and oaky flavors plus a little green herb; good intensity and acidity; balanced.



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2003 Tiefenbrunner Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio
Price: $15

Body: Light

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Ripe pear, citrus, almond, almond paste and mineral on the nose and palate plus a little apple flavor; opens up nicely; good balance.



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2004 Val Verde Terre Degli Osci Pinot Grigio
Price: $8

Body: Light

Dryness: Dry

Comments: Floral nose with some asparagus and earth aromas; white pear flavors and very light minerality; crisp acidity but a little short and thin.



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Panelists: Lynne Bennett, staff writer/wine coordinator, The Chronicle; Mauro Cirilli, sommelier, Aqua, San Francisco; Rick Jones, wine consultant, Fairfax. Wines listed are generally available but may not be in all stores. Start with local wine merchants, but also try larger stores and wineries