2009 Pinot Grigio, California
| Vintage: | 2009 |
| Wine Type: | White Wine |
| Acid: | 6.6 |
| PH: | 3.45 |
| Bottling Date: | November 2009 |
| Residual Sugar: | 2.8 g/L |
| Alcohol %: | 13 |
In 2008 we experimented with sourcing and selecting our first grapes for a future Geyser Peak Pinot Grigio. Having tasted many different wines and styles we embarked upon crafting a wine based on the hugely successful production techniques we use for our Sauvignon Blanc. From the knowledge we gained from this experience we are now thrilled to release our first Pinot Grigio, the 2009 vintage. This is a bright, zesty wine made in what is quickly becoming a classic California Pinot Grigio style. The nose shows notes of lemon, lemon zest, citrus blossom, and a hint of spice. The palate is crisp and bright with citrus flavors and elegant minerality. Wonderful on its own as an aperitif, this wine also pairs beautifully with fresh oysters on the half shell, as well as salads, light fish and chicken dishes.
This Pinot Grigio was hand-picked in the early morning hours from carefully selected California coastal vineyard sites, and upon arrival at the winery, was gently whole cluster pressed, cold settled for two days and then cool fermented with aromatic yeast strains. Our goal was to craft a wine with a classic Pinot Grigio style but with a distinct California twist. After extensive bench trials and tastings we decided on a blend that was enhanced by the addition of small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc and Gewürztraminer along with a touch of Viognier. The resulting wine received no malolatic fermentation or oak treatment.
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