Pinot Gris grapes grown on the MacMurray Ranch property went into making the 2008 Sonoma Coast Pinot Gris wine. Once the grapes were picked, they were gently whole-cluster pressed and the juice was cold-settled to give the wine elegance and balance to the mouthfeel. The Pinot Gris juice was primarily stainless steel tank fermented for 14-21 days with temperatures not exceeding 62° F. Some of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation and then it was racked for settling and blending. The wine was aged in the bottle for two months prior to release.

Review
Wine lovers looking for a softer alternative to Sauvignon Blanc should give this bottle a try. On the nose, bright citrus and melon aromas meld with notes of sweet, nutty spices. Sweet melon, nectarine, and grapefruit flavors make this a pleasant, fruit-forward wine. Open a bottle with a juicy chicken breast or a shrimp salad.

 

FBWorld Panel Score: 89