Walnut Crest Pinot Grigio 750 ML
SKU: RJ345814
Product Detail
Brand: | Walnut Crest |
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Country: | Italy |
Region: | Veneto |
Appellation: | Veneto |
Grapes: | Pinot Grigio |
Size: | 750 ml |
Wine-Type: | Still |
Wine-Styles: | White |
Collections:750 ml, All Collection, Italy, Pinot Grigio, Still, Veneto, White, White Wine, Wine
Tags: 750 ml, Italy, Pinot Grigio, Still, Veneto, Walnut Crest, White, Wine
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