1998 Signature Vin Glacé - Pinot Gris
Winemaker's Notes
This brilliant, golden straw colored late harvest Pinot Gris presents aromas of sweet pears, apricots, apples, and lemon lime tones. With a sweet entry, and a crisp acid structure, this wine features guava, pear, orange peel, and mint flavors with underlying spice notes. Lemon lime flavors linger throughout the long, sweet finish. Delightful when served with fresh fruit and cheese. Brix at harvest: 32°; Residual Sugar at Bottling: 13.5% Suggested retail: $18.00
Technical Notes
Final Analysis: 10.4% alcohol; TA: 0.96 g/100ml; pH: 3.20
Fermentation: 100% stainless steel, temperature controlled tank fermentation. No malolactic fermentation.
Growing Season
The extended cold wet spring in 1998 reduced the number of pollinated flowers significantly, and thus, yields were down 30-50% statewide.
A warm, dry summer growing season led to a normal canopy growth. With a reduction in clusters coupled with a normal canopy growth, the remaining fruit possessed intense aromas and flavors. The weather during harvest was sunny and dry with small amounts of intermittent rainfall.
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