Reviews & Ratings

2010 Lange Pinot Grigio & Pinot Gris (Other than Italy) "Willamette Valley"

Winery: Lange

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Willamette Valley"

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

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Gris

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Willamette Valley

State or country: OR

Price: $16

Cases produced: 2,380

KWG Score: 89.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: November 12, 2011

Wine Review: This pale yellow colored Pinot Gris opens with a wet stone and Anjou pear bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and crisp. The flavor profile is a mineral infused Anjou pear with notes of honey and white pepper. The finish is quite dry and rather refreshing. This wine would pair well with steamed mussels with a white wine broth. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Lange Estate Winery was the fourth producer of Pinot Gris in the United States and has built a reputation for producing some of the state’s best examples of this popular Oregon grape. The Willamette Valley Pinot Gris is entirely stainless-steel fermented in the classic “Pinot Grigio” style resulting in a light, crisp, approachable wine true to varietal character with beautifully balanced acidity. This 2010 vintage shows aromas of sweet pea blossom, citrus mélange, apricot cream, and flint with flavors of crisp white peach, just ripe rainier cherry, honey, and vanilla pod. Try this staple with seafood, sushi, or soft cheeses.

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