Ad Hoc Nitty Gritty Pinot Grigio

Ad Hoc Nitty Gritty Pinot Grigio brings a delicious slice of Western Australia to a familiar favourite. Peach, pear and lime give it an inviting aromatic character, followed by juicy citrus flavours that make the mouth water. It is an appealing choice for anyone who enjoys fruit-filled white wines with a refreshing feel, whether you are pouring a glass before dinner or opening a bottle to share over lunch.

Behind the label are Larry and Edwina Cherubino, who established their family wine business in 2005. Their roots are firmly in Western Australia, with wines drawn from Margaret River, Pemberton and the Great Southern. Larry’s career has taken him through vineyards and wineries around the world, but this project brought his attention back home. The emphasis is on expressing the character of each region and finding the right setting for each grape.

That idea sits at the heart of the Ad Hoc range. These are approachable, characterful wines that showcase different varieties from across Western Australia. Nitty Gritty comes from Pemberton, giving this widely loved grape a distinctly Australian address. It is a useful bottle to explore if Pinot Grigio is already your usual order and you fancy discovering another side of it.

The attraction here is the combination of orchard fruit, soft stone-fruit character and a brighter citrus edge. Pear brings a gently rounded impression, peach adds generosity, and lime gives the flavours a lively lift. The producer describes a pulpy citrus character carrying through onto the palate, suggesting juicy fruit with a little more presence than a fleeting splash of lemon. It is an inviting flavour profile that feels equally suited to relaxed sipping and the dinner table.

Ad Hoc Nitty Gritty Pinot Grigio Food Pairing Suggestion:

Try it with grilled prawns dressed with lime, parsley and olive oil, allowing the wine’s citrus flavours to echo the dressing. Linguine with courgette, lemon and prawns would be another appetising match, with the pear and peach character complementing the sweetness of the seafood. For a meat-free option, serve alongside a pea and asparagus risotto finished with lemon zest. Keep the seasoning bright and the sauces fairly light to give the fruit room to shine. It would also make a lovely companion to a simple lunch of baked white fish, new potatoes and a crisp green salad.