MonteVina California Pinot Grigio 2005
The California style of Pinot Grigio adds a fresh cut fruit cocktail element to the bright acidity and minerality expected of the breed. MonteVina "mountain vines" is Sutter Home's Amador County winery, known for its Zins.
The climate in Amador is warmer than Napa, but the 400-acre Deaver estate is at 1,300 to 1,600 feet elevation, where the heat is somewhat tempered. Winemakers Jeff Meyers and Chris Leamy report Pinot Grigio 2005 production vaulted to 65,000 cases from 50,000 in 2004. Vinification was 100% stainless steel, and no lots were allowed to undergo malolactic fermentation. Alcohol content: 13.2% Tasting Notes. Color: Pale straw. Aromas: Peach, apple, orange, and cold blossoms. The mouthfeel is light-bodied, juicy, then crisp, dry and tart. Citrus and peach flavors are nicely rounded and finish clean. |
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Closure: Real cork. Excellent value ($10).
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My husband and I had the pleasure of enjoying a bottle of the 2005 Pinot Grigio but since then have not been able to locate a source for purchasing your wine in the Western North Carolina Area. Please provide the names of some merchants in the Asheville, Brevard, Hendersonville area who carry your Pinot Grigio. We would like to purchase a case as soon as possible.
Thank you!
Barbara Norris
Posted by: Barbara L. Norris | January 30, 2007 at 10:50 AM
We had Montevina at a wonderful restaurant in Halifax Nova Scotia Canada. We live in Calgary Alberta Canada. How can we access this wonderful wine?
Nadia Pelton
403-244-9140
Posted by: Nadia | December 15, 2007 at 07:21 PM