Pinot Gris Barrel Reserve 2008
"A thrilling interplay of textures."
Keeping faithful to previous vintages' work with Pinot Gris, we aged this wine in five neutral barrels to enhance mouthfeel and texture without adding the flavour characteristics of new oak. The old barrels' native flora spontaneously began a malolactic fermentation that we halted before completion to round the palate and provide a slight buttery sensation.
Fresh acidity punctuates a rounded, structured palate with well-integrated tropical fruit and pear flavours that sparkle on a long, creamy finish. Elegant and composed, this reserve will age well through 2011.
Retail: $21.90
pH: 3.25
R.S.: 1.0 g/L
Alcohol: 13.4%
