Inspired by his grandfather, who was regarded as a pioneer of organic farming in Italy, having omitted chemicals from his land in the 70s, Emilio Fidora (who, with a name like that, we can all just picture looking like Sherlock Holmes) has been converting the 140 hectare family property to biodynamic vineyard practices since 2015. The estate is located only a couple of miles from the Lagoon of Venice – this proximity to the sea and its constant winds, together with the particular soil of Alpine-glacier origin give the grapes distinct mineral notes and aromatic richness. Coupled with all the classic apple, pear, floral notes of traditional pinot grigio, you have a crowd pleasing, inexpensive white wine that is actually interesting (looking at you, grocery store PG…)