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King Estate Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris is the same grape as Pinot Grigio, but when a wine is identified as a Pinot Gris, it is generally more full-bodied and has greater complexity. The best examples of Pinot Gris come from Alsace in northeastern France and Oregon. These wines all have excellent weight on the palate with good acidity, a distinct spiciness and dry finish, mostly being aged only in stainless steel.
King Estate has established an enviable reputation for Pinot Gris that continues to this day. The Willamette Valley has excellent growing conditions for the grape. With a cool climate and a high elevation site, King Estate is ideally suited to grow Pinot Gris. Made with the finest fruit from their own estate, this pinot gris reflects a commitment to outstanding quality and sustainable farming practices.
King Estate Pinot Gris is straw green in color with aromas of white peach, pineapple, honeysuckle and jasmine. On the palate it is velvety and lively, dry with a light-to-medium body and a stimulating, lingering finish that has nuances of Bartlett pear, Meyer lemon, kiwi, grapefruit zest, and damp slate. With a touch of phenolics as a counterpoint, it will pair nicely to balance richer foods.
Speaking of food pairings, King Estate Pinot Gris will go great with smoked fish, sushi, Pad Thai, chicken (with a cream or bbq sauce) and veal or pork with mushrooms.
Consume this Pinot Gris at an early age, from two to five years and serve chilled, 48°F.
Varietal: Pinot Gris/Grigio
13.5% Alcohol