Tasting - Clos du Bois Pinot Grigio

Wine Label

Me With Bottle

Name: Clos du Bois Pinot Grigio

Varietal: Pinot Gris/Grigio

Region: Modesto, CA

Country: United States

Year: 2021

Price: $8.09

Tasting Notes from Wine.com:

"A classic Pinot Grigio that displays intense aromas of white peach, melon and pink grapefruit, with delicate hints of floral notes. Lively acidity with bright citrus and grapefruit notes lead to a crisp and refreshing finish. Enjoy a glass chilled by itself, or pair with your favorite Asian or shellfish dishes."

Source: https://www.wine.com/product/clos-du-bois-pinot-grigio-2021/962476?state=CA&s=GoogleBase_CSE_962476NJ_PS106__type_Wine_WhiteWine_PinotGris%2FGrigio&showpromo=true&promo=PS106#

Wine Folly Notes - p. 149

• White peach, lemon zest, cantaloupe, raw almond, crushed gravel
• Pink grape mutation of Pinot Noir
• Zesty, ranging from dry to sweet
• High acidity
• Medium alcohol
• Small body, very low tannins

My Review:

This Pinot Grigio had a very prominent lemon character. The aroma had that typical honey-sweet white wine smell with peach, but with a hint of lemon zest underneath. The taste was lemony and dry, with a tongue-puckering acidity. A medium alcohol taste complemented the lemon. Having a white with strong citrus flavors without being sweet was refreshing, and this is one of the more distinct whites I have had in this class.