Reviews & Ratings

2007 Chehalem Pinot Grigio & Pinot Gris (Other than Italy) "Reserve"

Winery: Chehalem

Vintage: 2007

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Reserve"

Wine Category: Pinot Grigio & Pinot Gris (Other than Italy)

Grape blend: Pinot Gris

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Willamette Valley

State or country: OR

Price: $24

Cases produced: 763

KWG Score: 90 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: May 9, 2009

Wine Review: This light yellow colored Oregon Pinot Gris is more an Alsatian in style. This wine opens with a very attractive green apple and apricot like bouquet. On the palate, this wine is light bodied, crisp, and has quite a dry mouthfeel. The flavor profile is very citrus like with pear flavors peaking thru. There was also a fair amount of minerality noted as well. The finish is quite dry and lingers nicely. This dry styled wine would pair very well with ham. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Reflecting this great vintage for whites, bright aromas and flavors of white peaches, tart nectarines, lime zest, citrus tartness, white pepper, and mineral balance marzipan and key lime–pie richness. The wine is structurally firm from acid and barrel fermentation and, with its bone-dry palate, asserts itself with rich foods and long aging potential. More complex and richer than Pinot Gris deserves to be.

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