12.01.2010

the Superlative Intoxicant: Juicy Gris

Pierre Sparr Pinot Gris, 2007 Alsace, France

concoction: Pinot Gris (aka Pinot Grigio, the mutant, white Pinot Noir).
visuals: silvery and subtle yet vibrant canary.
sniffings: soft peaches and sweet honey with simple floral overtones.
palate: toasty peaches with playful acidity cloaked in a soft glycerin textured cream. 13% abv.
ruling: simple and clean fun over an antipasto plate and a game of basement darts.
spendings: an unobtrusive $8.
pairing pick: smoked goat cheese on salted date crackers.

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