Carmichael Grigio E Bianco 2005
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BN#208573 |
| Varietal | Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc |
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| Category | White Wine |
| Region | California : Central Coast : Monterey |
| Producer | Carmichael |
| Alcohol | 14.2% |
Light in color with a very floral bouquet, one's initial impression of our 2005 Grigio e Bianco might be that it is a simple, fruity wine. But with each new sniff and taste, it offers another layer of complexity for those who take the time to look. Notes of lavender and lanolin come from the Pinot Grigio, with mango and sweet pea coming from the cool-site Sauvignon Blanc. Contrary to its fresh and delicate aromas, the 2005 'GeB' has a depth and presence about it once tasted. There is a lightness up front, where herb and orange blossom tones transition to a pervasive lemon candy mid-palate, which then yields to a clean, lingering lemon peel finish. This harder, more structured edge is driven by the barrel-fermented Chardonnay component. Floral and exotic, while at the same time carrying good weight and balance, this unusual (and delicious) blend is a very versatile wine, well-suited to patio sipping or simple, lighter pasta, fish, and chicken dishes. All Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc (88% of blend) cold fermented in stainless steel tanks, all Chardonnay (12% of blend) fermented in neutral French barrels.
Wine Enthusiast Clean, zesty and refreshing, this is a blend of Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc with a dollop of barrel-fermented Chardonnay. It’s unusual, but it works really well. The wine has intriguing flavors of citrus, green apples, peaches and kiwis, and then a long, spicy, satisfying finish. Score: 89. —Steve Heimoff, December 01, 2006.All sizes are 750mL unless otherwise noted.
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