1992 Reserve Pinot Gris
Winemaker's Notes
A portion of the Pinot Gris produced during our 1992 vintage showed such remarkable intensity of aroma and flavor that we decided to keep it separate and establish a reserve classification.
Intense floral, tropical, and perfume-like aromas give way to lush flavors of pear, orange, and kiwi. The Reserve Pinot Gris is rich and extremely well balanced. Suggested retail: $14.00
Technical Notes
Final Analysis: 14% alcohol; TA: 0.57 g/100ml; pH: 3.4
Fermentation: 84% stainless steel, temperature controlled tank fermentation, 16% barrel fermentation. No malolactic fermentation.
Aging: On lees for 8 months.
Growing Season
The 1992 growing season was long, dry, and hot resulting in Oregon's earliest recorded grape harvest.
Many vineyards showed early drought stress resulting in small berry size and consequent low juice yields (125-140 gal./ton). The juice showed concentrated, intense aromas and flavors.
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