About the Wine: I had a previous vintage of this Pinot Gris and loved it. The question now is whether the new vintage holds up. This is a concern at the best of times and more so given that California had terrible weather for wine growing in 2011.
About THIS Wine: It is very light in the glass, almost clear. Sharp tangerine dominates the nose. That flavor delivers on the palate, which is not nearly as acidic as Pinot Grigios and Pinot Gris usually are. There is some acidity in the finish, which is otherwise bland.
Drinking This Wine: This vintage could work as a sipper or go with unseasoned or very lightly seasoned chicken or white fish. It is too light to stand up to anything heavier.
Overall Impression: This is not a bad wine but it doesn't taste like sixteen dollars. It is overpriced.
by Ben Stiebel
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