Very few wineries in the Pacific Northwest show enough thoughtful dedication to Pinot Gris as the Lawrence family and winemaker Aryn Morell have, a barrel-aged example that’s fascinating and downright delicious. The time in French oak builds a golden color and alluring aromas of coconut, banana and orange Creamsicle. There’s more tropical notes to the rich flavors of butterscotch and peach candy, and yet there’s clementine pith in the finish to easily balance the residual sugar of 0.6%. It’s distinctive and an easy drinker. This marked the first vintage of their M&L Production facility in Walla Walla, and the level of control from start to finish is evident with this bottling.
Rating: Outstanding!
Production: 320 cases
Alcohol: 14.4%
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