Name: Valley of the Moon Pinot Blanc
Producer: Valley of the Moon Winery
Region: USA – California – Sonoma County
Classification: N/A
Type: White Wine
Variety: Pinot Blanc (a genetic mutation of Pinot Grigio)
Year/Vintage: 2005
Bottle Size: 750ml
Purchased: $9.99
Date Logged: 04/15/2008
Pairing(s): 1) Fish Tacos, 2) Grilled Chicken
My Rating: 2.5 Stars
Had this wine over two nights, first with fish (tilapia) tacos and then with grilled chicken and salad.
This wine is pale straw in color with a greenish tint. It was relatively light on the nose, with predominant tones of cut grass with just a little hint of some apple, melon and citrus, maybe lime.
It was light-bodied in the mouth, with a flavor profile typical of a California chardonnay (e.g., melon, citrus, apricots, etc.) There was a little oak on the finish, but not overdone. It was relatively well balanced, with a enough acidity to be palate cleansing. It paired quite well with both dishes, which were light, summer-style fare.
For 10 bucks, this is a pretty good deal. It’s not especially memorable, but gets the job done in cases where you want something just a little different than a chardonnay or sauvignon blanc.
Producer: Valley of the Moon Winery
Region: USA – California – Sonoma County
Classification: N/A
Type: White Wine
Variety: Pinot Blanc (a genetic mutation of Pinot Grigio)
Year/Vintage: 2005
Bottle Size: 750ml
Purchased: $9.99
Date Logged: 04/15/2008
Pairing(s): 1) Fish Tacos, 2) Grilled Chicken
My Rating: 2.5 Stars
Had this wine over two nights, first with fish (tilapia) tacos and then with grilled chicken and salad.
This wine is pale straw in color with a greenish tint. It was relatively light on the nose, with predominant tones of cut grass with just a little hint of some apple, melon and citrus, maybe lime.
It was light-bodied in the mouth, with a flavor profile typical of a California chardonnay (e.g., melon, citrus, apricots, etc.) There was a little oak on the finish, but not overdone. It was relatively well balanced, with a enough acidity to be palate cleansing. It paired quite well with both dishes, which were light, summer-style fare.
For 10 bucks, this is a pretty good deal. It’s not especially memorable, but gets the job done in cases where you want something just a little different than a chardonnay or sauvignon blanc.
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