Serena Pinot Grigio
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Light seafood dishes, fresh garden salads with goat cheese, or delicate pasta primavera.
✨ Technical Specifications
Castello Banfi, founded in 1978 by the Italian-American Mariani brothers, is legendary for transforming the viticultural landscape of southern Tuscany through pioneering clonal research and state-of-the-art winemaking. While famously known for their robust Brunellos, Banfi's 'Serena' Pinot Grigio showcases the estate's versatility and dedication to white wines. Sourced from estate vineyards in the rolling hills of Tuscany, this wine benefits from a unique microclimate where warm, sunny days are cooled by maritime breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea. Unlike the leaner, high-acid Pinot Grigios of northern Italy, the Tuscan terroir imparts a rounder body, vibrant stone fruit notes, and a delicate floral bouquet. Fermented entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve its pristine fruit character and crisp acidity, 'Serena' captures the tranquil, sun-drenched spirit of the Tuscan countryside.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1978 by Italian-American brothers John and Harry Mariani, Banfi is centered around the historic medieval fortress Castello di Poggio alle Mura in Montalcino, Tuscany. The estate played a pivotal role in the modern renaissance of Brunello di Montalcino through pioneering clonal research on Sangiovese, state-of-the-art vinification techniques, and dedicated environmental sustainability. Operating across prime vineyard sites in Tuscany and Piedmont, the winery harmonizes classic Italian heritage with modern precision. Banfi is internationally celebrated for its benchmark Brunello di Montalcino bottlings, expressive Super Tuscan blends such as Cum Laude and Belnero, and an expansive portfolio of elegant single-varietal and sparkling wines.