Perfect Pinots
From Grigio to Gris, Meunier to Noir, one French grape has spawned many varieties. And it’s become a national favourite
by JOE FATTORINI
The biggest thing to happen to Pinot Grigio in the early 21st century was the TOGs. Remember them? Half of you are nodding at the memory. The other half think this is a reference to duvets.
‘Terry’s Old Geezers and Gals’ were the devotees of Wake up to Wogan on BBC Radio 2. And they loved Pinot Grigio. They would ring in with silly names like ‘Edina Clouds’, ‘Clodagh Rubbish’, and ‘Chuffer Dandridge’ and tell stories – usually lubricated by Pinot Grigio – and soon became a national favourite. They were wine’s answer to Sir Terry (right) himself, really.