2004 Russian River Valley Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris produces a white wine with a varied hue, extending from a pale green to straw to a rose color. The wine style ranges from crisp, light and dry, such as those produced in northern Italy (where Pinot Gris is called Pinot Grigio), to richly, textured, aromatic wines from France's Alsace region (where Pinot Gris is called Tokay d'Alsace).
At Inman Family Wines we craft a stylish and distinctly individualistic Pinot Gris that represents the unique growing conditions of the Russian River Valley. Our cool region and well-drained soils ripen the grapes slowly, allowing fully mature flavors to develop while preserving a crisp, elegance.
Its delicate aromas, attractive flavors, opulent texture and balanced acidity make Pinot Gris an ideal food wine. The wine pairs nicely with vegetable dishes, appetizers and simply prepared fish such as salmon and halibut and shellfish, particularly crab and scallops. Pinot Gris' good acidity and slightly spicy characteristics complement the herbs and spices found in Thai and Indian cuisine. However, our favorite pairing for the 2004 is Hog Island Oysters on the half shell.
Winemaker's Notes:
| | Inman Family 2004 Russian River Valley Pinot Gris | | Appellation: | Russian River Valley | | Fruit Sources: | Olivet Grange Vineyard - Pinot Gris clone 146
Saralee's Vineyard - Pinot Gris clone 152 | | Harvest Data: | The fruit was harvested by hand on August 23, 2004.
22.7 Brix
0.687 T.A.
3.24 pH pH
| | Winemaking: | We pressed whole clusters to add complexity and structure. Prior to fermentation, we settled and racked the juice. After inoculation with the yeast strain 58W3 the wine was fermented in stainless steel. The primary fermentation lasted 10 days at a maximum temperature of 66 degrees Fahrenheit. Following primary fermentation, the wine was moved into neutral French oak and small stainless steel 'barrels". Malolactic fermentation was induced in only four of the thirteen barrels. The lees were stirred weekly to increase complexity and mouthfeel. Prior to bottling in February we racked, blended, cold stabilized and sterile filtered the wine. | | Wine Facts: | 13.35% alcohol
0.679 T.A.
3.26 pH
339 cases | Tasting Notes:
| | Color: | pale straw | | Aroma: | floral, citrus, pear and spice | | Flavor: | Pear, white peaches and nectarines, with citrus undertones along with clean, wet stone and mineral. The wine is totally dry and has excellent acidity. Medium bodied, with intriguing complexity and a long, balanced finish this wine is the perfect accompaniment to oysters and other shellfish. |
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