Straw yellow in color. On the nose this wine exhibits intense floral notes followed by aromas of citrus and pear. Refined notes of minerality are balanced with hints of pineapple and sage, making Lumina a medium-bodied wine with a lean and lasting finish. PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Crisp, aromatic and full bodied, Lumina is a versatile match with food. Serve as an aperitif or with dishes such as soft shell crabs, grilled fish, pasta primavera, and roasted chicken. Lumina also pairs well with ethnic dishes such as Mexican enchiladas, Greek dolmas; and Thai green curries.
Lumina is an innovative wine in many ways:
It is Ruffino’s first Pinot Grigio
It represents Ruffino’s first official extension beyond its Tuscan roots
Lumina means ”Illumination of the moon.” The label’s quartered-moon icon represents the ancient alchemist’s symbol for this planet. It is an innovative addition to Ruffino’s top quality white wine portfolio.
| Wine maker notes |
| Lumina is produced from carefully selected grapes coming from the Northeast Italy’s finest vineyards. It is a wine that shows complexity and elegance. It merges the qualities of a very popular grape variety with the virtues of a historical vine-growing area, perfect for the production of fine quality white wines.
Lumina is a Pinot Grigio with a well recognizable personality. Its medium-bodied structure and full aromas makes it stand out in the broad Pinot Grigio category. This wine, which was first introduced in 2002, has in fact been so well reviewed by consumers world-wide that its production has grown well beyond 1,000,000 bottles per year in only 4 years. |
