GREGGARIOUS Pinot Gris, Carneros, Sonoma

Description

WHY WE LOVE IT:
Certified Sustainably and ecocentric farmed ranch
Citrus burst and jasmine aromas in this easy drinking white alternative
Crafted to bring out aromatics and pair them with a palate-cleansing acidity to make this a food-friendly wine.
Great sipper before dinner too
WINEMAKER:
Jacqueline Yoakum
Consulting Winemaker - Italics, Magnus. Alumni of Schramsberg, Keller, Stags Leap Wine Cellars, Littorai.
WHAT WE TASTED:
Aromas of heirloom citrus – ruby red grapefruit, blood orange, kaffir lime and Meyer’s lemon – along with floral, jasmine notes. Minerality is coupled with perfumed tropical fruits, like the feijoa – a kind of pineapple guava- sumptuous and pleasing. A peachy juicy jolly rancher in another life
AVA DESIGNATED:
Carneros, Sonoma County
WHAT WE PAIRED:
Roasted chicken breast with preserved lemon and French thyme
Seared Dayboat scallops with Arborio rice, young peas, lemon zest
Louie Salad with Dungeness crab, vegetables and homemade dressing
PERSONALITY:
Look a little closer on the label. The pooch drawing is made up of wine terms. Very clever those Gregg's - Kristina and Steve. And Guinness and Chase, who grace the labels.
TECHNICAL:
Grapes soaked on skin overnight resulting in a lovely rose color and lively aromatics
Same pH as Champagne 2.2