2012 Pinot Gris

What We TasteBeautifully stylized, lively character. Ripe nectarine, apricot, and honeyed citrus notes lead to a long elegant citrus and mango finish with shimmering mineral accents.  A stunning expression of Oregon Pinot Gris.What We MadeOur winemaker, Reinhard Schlassa, has a professional history that includes making many critically acclaimed wines in Oregon for about a decade.  Aside from being Asst Winemaker at Argyle, he's worked with a Who's Who of other acclaimed winemakers (Tony Soter, for example). So, every year he returns to his roots, and we produce a small amount of premium Oregon Pinot Gris from the ever beautiful Chalice Vineyard, near Cottage Grove.  Stainless steel fermented for 4 weeks at chilly 48-50 degrees, our Gris is gorgeous.  Fresh, elegantly expressive, gorgeous.  199 cases produced.  13.2% ABV.How We ServeNice and cool at about 50-60 degrees. That's roughly 20-25 minutes in your refrigerator before serving (When in doubt, chill it a little longer. You can alw