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The label of this PGrigio says, "Pinot Grigio from Valdadige" Further down on the label it says Pinot Grigio delle Venezie IGT. What does Valdadige have to do with delle Venezie? Thank you

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Answer by: Roger C. Bohmrich, MW

"Valadige" is actually a controlled denomination (DOC) that is located along the valley of the Adige River and is shared by Veneto, Trentino and Alto Adige. These areas are broadly considered to be part of the Venezie. It would seem from your description that the wine is actually an IGT and not a DOC, and that they are using the Valadige reference somewhat loosely. I would have to see the label to be sure.


About the Expert:
Roger has enjoyed a lengthy career in the wine trade, and he last served as a senior executive with a major national importer. In 2006, he launched Millesima USA, a retail entity affiliated with Europe's leading fine wine mail order company. Roger became one of America's first Masters of Wine in 1993, and he has been very active as an educator and speaker at wine festivals and conferences. He hosts a community television program entitled "Wine's Simple Pleasures," and is currently working on a book of original recipes and wine pairing solutions.

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