Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Pinot Grigio
Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Pinot Grigio is California sunshine, night-harvested — a 750mL bottle of the 2020 vintage, grown in the state's fog-cooled appellations, picked after dark to lock in acidity, and fermented entirely in stainless steel. Crisp, vibrant, and unoaked by design, it is ready to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Vintage: 2020 (per bottle image)
- Size: 750mL
- Grapes: Predominantly Pinot Grigio, California's cooler appellations
- Production: Night-harvested; fermented at cool temperatures in 100% stainless steel — no oak
- Style: Dry, crisp, natural acidity
- Recognition: Recent vintages earned 91 points / Best Buy (2024) and 90 points (2023) from Wine Enthusiast
Picked at Night, Kept Away from Oak
Pinot Grigio is a mutation of Pinot Noir — the "white" grape that blushes rosy-purple at full ripeness — and Coppola treats it the Italian way: no oak, ever. Night harvesting keeps the grapes cool from vine to press; chilly evening temperatures and coastal fog in the source appellations preserve the natural acidity that makes this wine snap. Stainless-steel fermentation protects the fruit fragrance instead of covering it with vanilla. The result is the pinot grigio that set the Diamond Collection's white-wine reputation — compare it across the white wine shelf, or stay in the family with the rest of the Diamond Collection.
Tasting Notes
Official winery notes: crisp and vibrant, with flavors of orange blossom, grapefruit, and lime over bright natural acidity. Fact-sheet vintages add peach, pineapple, lemon, spring flowers, apricot, golden plum, and honeysuckle. The current bottle copy promises juicy apple, cantaloupe, and pear with a crème brûlée finish.
How to Enjoy
Serve well chilled. Official pairings: grilled chicken breast, seafood risotto, grilled seafood, light pasta, and salads with vinaigrette. It is the summer-dinner white that never argues with the menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pinot Grigio the same as Pinot Gris?
Yes — same grape. "Grigio" is the Italian, crisper expression of the style.
Is Coppola Diamond Pinot Grigio sweet or dry?
Dry and crisp, with bright natural acidity.
What foods pair with Diamond Collection Pinot Grigio?
Grilled seafood, light pasta, salads, and chicken — anything fresh and light.
Why is this Pinot Grigio not oaked?
It ferments entirely in stainless steel to preserve the fruit fragrance and keep the wine crisp.
Crisp, night-harvested, and stainless-steel pure — add the Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Pinot Grigio to your online order at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.