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2021

Julien Prélat Champagne Blanc de Gris Extra Brut Les Côtes

France · Champagne

Crisp and clean, but also simple and sterile. With air it gains some depth, with yuzu and lemon flavors adding interest. Finishes a little coppery and hollow. Nice speed overall, but struggles to…

Reviewed 12 January 2025
2019

Inman Family Pinot Gris

Sonoma County · Russian River Valley

Not a bad little monkey for what it advertises. Green apple flesh, unripe pear, and yellow citrus notes present as promised on the front end and skirt across the palate with enough oomph that it…

Reviewed 23 May 2021
2016

Benton-Lane Pinot Gris

Oregon · Willamette Valley

Pear, grass, and green apple dominate the core flavors in this nicely endowed Pinot Gris from Willamette Valley. Medium-bodied, with a decent drive on the finish. The pear note repeats on the back…

Reviewed 22 December 2018
2009

Salinia Pinot Gris PG Windsor Oaks Vineyard

Sonoma County · Chalk Hill

I really struggled with this wine. I understand its intent, but this version was so dry it sucked all of the life out of my palate. Its texture was like a deadened/still brut Champagne that had been…

Reviewed 26 November 2016