Vitals
Harvest Date; 8/15/2008
Harvest Brix; 22.3
Additives; NONE
Handling; Whole cluster pressed to stainless steel tank. No mixing or temperature control was used.
pH 3.04
TA 7.45g/L
Alc 12.4%
TSO2 40ppm
FSO2 12ppm
Finding responsible farmers with compelling vineyards is the biggest challenge that we face. That challenge was squarely met by Windsor Oaks Vineyards. With 65% of their property left "wild" they sustainably farm vines in rocky volcanic soil. The grapes were whole cluster pressed to a stainless steel tank where it was left completely alone to fend for itself. No additives, no temperature control, no handling past the stage of pressing. This lean, mineral driven Pinot Gris is clearly a product of the mineral rich - nutrient poor soil of origin.