Reviews & Ratings

2012 J Vineyards Pinot Grigio & Pinot Gris (Other than Italy) "California"

Winery: J Vineyards

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "California"

Wine Category: Pinot Grigio & Pinot Gris (Other than Italy)

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Gris

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: California

State or country: CA

Price: $15

Cases produced: 45,000

KWG Score: 86 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: November 18, 2013

Wine Review: This pale yellow colored Pinot Gris from J opens with an inviting Bosc pear and banana bouquet with a hint of ripe tangerine. On the palate, this wine is light bodied, crisp and pleasantly acidic. The flavor profile is a gently tart green apple with hints of peach pit, and a touch of grapefruit and banana towards the end. The finish is dry and its flavors drift away nicely. This Pinot Gris would be a good pairing partner for chicken francese. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: This wine truly represents some of the best California locations for Pinot Gris. Our Pinot Gris has an enticing bouquet of apricot and tropical/pineapple fruit. The crisp, lush mouthfeel is also bursting with flavors of lemon and lime and finishes with a distinct minerality on the palate. A hint of kiwi and sweet orange blossom honey on the palate complements the fruit and acid. This is the perfect sipper when entertaining with friends and its layered complexity and balanced acidity make it a great accompaniment to a variety of foods from classic French cuisine to Mexican. Try it with grilled shrimp topped with a tropical mango salsa.

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