Bubo is the Latin word for “owl” and the name of the goddess Athena’s magical owl. All the way through history, owls have been regarded with fascination and related to prosperity and excellent fortune. Owls that inhabit vineyards where grapes are grown are treasured as a result of their natural method of controlling pests – changing into true stewards of the land.
California, USA
Cool growing seasons bring on slow even ripening for Bubo Pinot Grigio, leading to an excessively light, crisp and refreshing wine with stonefruit and citrus flavors.
Bubo Pinot Grigio offers aromatic notes of lemon-lime, honeysuckle and peach. This wines crisp, refreshing acidity is definitely balanced with a juicy finish of honeydew and nectarine.
Bubo Pinot Grigio is easiest as an aperitif and with mild soft cheeses such as Brie, Camembert or Gruyere. It also pairs well with a light white fish, such as cod or haddock, topped with a creamy butter, lemon and caper sauce.