WillaKenzie Pinot Gris 2007

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BN#264667

WillaKenzie

Excellent clarity and an appealing green-gold color create a pleasant first impression in the glass. Aromas of peach, pear, melon and pineapple are complemented by subtle floral tones including clover and fruit tree blossom. The flavors follow the aromas with the addition of apricot and apple. The mouthfeel is round and full with a crisp attack, sweeter mid-palate and nice acidity returning on the long finish. The wine will cellar well at least 3 years. Enjoy by itself as an aperitif, with prawns in a cream sauce over angel hair pasta, hazelnut crusted halibut, or salmon marinated in the wine and topped with sprigs of rosemary during grilling. Serve well chilled.

Wine Spectator

Light, supple and generous with its nectarine and melon fruit, lingering gently on the soft finish. Drink now. 5,684 cases made.

Score: 88. —Harvey Steiman, December 31, 2008.

Wine Enthusiast

A little dull and disappointing given this winery’s excellent track record with Pinot Gris, this wine may reflect the difficult, wet 2007 vintage. It’s crisp and balanced, but does not show the ripe fruit flavors of previous vintages. Tart green berries, green apple and grapefruit flavors dominate, bone dry and high acid. A slightly metallic note creeps into the finish.

Score: 87. —Paul Gregutt, February 01, 2009.