Reviews & Ratings

2010 Innocent Bystander Pinot Grigio & Pinot Gris (Other than Italy)

Winery: Innocent Bystander

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard:

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

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Gris

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Yarra Valley

State or country: Australia

Price: $16

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 88.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: February 7, 2012

Wine Review: This white gold colored Pinot Gris opens with a fragrant Anjou pear with hints of wet stone and lime. On the palate, this wine is light bodied, crisp and shows pleasant acidity. The flavor profile is a mineral infused Anjou pear with a hint of mild pineapple and touch of white pepper. The finish is dry, tingly, and refreshing. This wine would pair well steamed mussels in a garlic wine broth. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: On the nose, hints of dried pears, lemons, celery hearts, apples, fresh ginger and hints of fresh jasmine flowers. The rich palate exudes honeydew melon and poached nashi pear characters with a slatey finish. Its pinky-grey skins produce a crunchy, crisp and textural wine which adores fish, spicy food and, naturally, Strasbourg sausage.

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