Everyone knows Pinot Grigio, right? But when is the last time you picked up a bottle of Pinot Gris? What many people don't know is that theses wines use the same grape. The Italians call it Pinot Grigio and the French, Pinot Gris. A Rose by any other name, right?
Well, stylistically the Italian Pinot Grigios tend to be a tad crisper and lighter whereas the Pinot Gris from France, Oregon and California tend to be smoother, softer and richer.
I had the great pleasure of buying a very nice "J" Pinot Gris, from the Jordan Wine family, for a mere $14.99. Found it in a quaint little neighborhood grocer, Bel Air Foods, which boasts a very nice and reasonably priced wine section. For all you Angelinos, get over there and try it!
The J Pinot Gris is delightful-pale straw color, with a nose that hints of prickly pear and Georgia peach. On the palate the wine has gorgeous mandarin orange, pear, and dried apricot notes balanced out by a nice acidity that doesn't overwhelm the elegance of this wine.
This a crowd pleaser for sure. And at $14.99, even the most spend-thrifty will be pleased.
Give it a try. I think you'll enjoy it!
Educating people to trust their palate. Would you depend on someone to tell you what food to enjoy? No, YOU know if you like it or not. Why do you need that with wine? My mission is to help demystify wine for you. The only thing you NEED to know about wine is if you like it or not. YOU know what you like, YOU'RE the expert! I am here to get you through the maze of information and help you ENJOY wine and feel confident about it.
Jonathan, Thank you so much for the beautiful review on our 2010 J CA Pinot Gris. Your right, it is a great crowd pleaser, a favorite J wine to enjoy on the front porch, at a picnic or with Asian and Mexican cuisines with family and friends. Lovely bottle shot too, one of the best we have ever seen submitted. Cheers!
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