Boomtown by Dusted Valley 2015 Pinot Gris, Columbia Valley, $19
Of the five stand-alone varieties bottled under this second label for Walla Walla’s Dusted Valley, Pinot Gris is the largest component in this 20,000-case Boomtown brand. It’s a delicious, fruity and crisp version of this Burgundian grape. The stainless steel production brings aromas and flavors of pineapple, Uncola and jasmine with tangy tartness and a finish of lemon meringue pie. Suggested pairings include creamy pasta, smoked foods and Janis Frey’s recipe for Shrimp Satay. These wines are available across the country via Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.
Rating: Outstanding!
Production: 4,500 cases
Alcohol: 12.9%
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