Lone Birch Pinot Gris
WHY WE LOVE IT
- 100% Estate grown.
- Lone Birch Pinot Gris is from meticulously selected Pinot Gris blocks renowned for their bright fruit flavors and balanced acidity.
- Enticing aromas of white peach, lime zest, tangerines, and hints of fresh pineapple pave the way for a luscious, fruit-forward palate with a crisp, balanced finish.
- Vegan friendly.
- Enjoy now through 2029, with optimal maturity in 2027.
Varietal: 100% Pinot Gris
Elaboration: The grapes were harvested and gently pressed, and the juice was cold settled for 72 hours before fermentation in stainless-steel tanks at 60°F. This 26-day fermentation preserved the wine’s bright acidity, without malolactic fermentation. The lees were stirred for two months, and the wine aged in concrete tanks for one month, enhancing its smoothness. Finally, it was stabilized and filtered, showcasing a vibrant, fruit-driven character.
Tasting Notes: This refreshing, light-bodied wine displays aromas of white peach, lime zest, and tangerines interwoven with hints of fresh pineapple. The palate is harmoniously balanced with brisk acidity and filled with bountiful flavors of lemon meringue, kiwi juice, and floral notes. The finish is crisp and clean, revealing intriguing layers of stone fruits.
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
In the shadow of the Rattlesnake Mountains stands the 70-year-old Lone Birch Tree, providing shade to vineyard workers, a landmark to travelers, and inspiration to generations of descendants of Howard Miller, entrepreneur, successful realtor, and visionary. Miller, a nature lover and steward of the land in the Yakima Valley, planted the tree to inspire future generations to care for the environment, shrink the carbon footprint, make sustainability a goal of the farm, and provide a source of pride and living for generations of his family. In addition, his dedicated efforts led to the region’s wine growers’ ability to access high mountain water through the creation of the Roza Irrigation Canal.
Throughout the family’s connection to wine production, diversification of crops led Don Miller, Howard’s son, to implement the use of row crops as the family experimented with growing Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Cabernet Sauvignon vines. Following in Don’s footsteps, Mike founded the Airfield Estate Winery, now the home of Lone Birch Wines. Grown on over 1,100 acres with a wide palette of fruit, Lone Birch Wines, located in Sunnyside, Washington, prides itself on limited production, high quality, and good value for its patrons.