Clos du Soleil Winemaker's Series Whispered Secret Vineyard Pinot Gris 2019

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Keremeos, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, CanadaFrom Whispered Secret Vineyard in Keremeos, this pinot gris was fermented in a combination of stainless steel and French oak puncheons before aging on its lees for three months. It’s a restrained, lightly aromatic style that balances bright citrus and tree fruits alongside a subtle touch of wood. There’s a lovely richness and concentration to the palate, with a viscosity that’s gently bolstered by the pinch of residual sugar (3.8 g/L). It still retains a tension and precision that is difficult to achieve with pinot gris, which is what sets this apart. It’s tempting to think of pinot gris as a ‘drink now’ variety, but this wine should convince you otherwise. It really opens up nicely in the glass: a good indication that the best is yet to come. Only 388 cases produced. Great value.Tasted: 25 May 2020Tasted by: Prices:

$21.99

750ml

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Producer: Clos du Soleil WineryDistributors: Icon Vins Fins
Grape: Pinot Gris/Pinot GrigioCSPC: 118326UPC: 626990344988

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Clos du Soleil Winemaker's Series Whispered Secret Vineyard Pinot Gris 2019

Keremeos, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, CanadaLast year was the first time out for this label from Keremeos-based Whispered Secret Vineyard, and 2019 is equally as exciting. It is electrified with bright, fresh acidity and a whack of mineral, stony nuances that let it hum along the palate. The winemaking is gloriously simple; whole cluster pressed fruit begins the process. It is fermented it in a combination of stainless steel barrels, tanks, and French oak puncheons, slow and cool over a month. It spends another three months on lees before light filtration and bottling. I love just sipping this wine in the sunshine, but it will pair endlessly with the likes of summer salads, chicken, pork, sushi rolls, fish tacos, and much more. Bravo Similkameen.Tasted: 09 May 2020Tasted by: Prices:

$21.99

750ml

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Producer: Clos du Soleil WineryDistributors: Icon Vins Fins
Grape: Pinot Gris/Pinot GrigioCSPC: 118326UPC: 626990344988

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Clos du Soleil Winemaker's Series Whispered Secret Vineyard Pinot Gris 2019

Keremeos, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, CanadaFrom Keremeos' Whispered Secret Vineyard, this pinot gris was whole cluster pressed and fermented in a mix of stainless and French puncheons over a month, after which the wine remained on lees for 3 months. Orchard fresh and bright, with white peach, green apple, tangerine, and river stone on a shiny, sleek, and juicy palate. Well handled, with potency balanced off with refinement.Tasted: 22 May 2020Tasted by: Prices:

$21.99

750ml

BCLS, winery online and select private retailers

Producer: Clos du Soleil WineryDistributors: Icon Vins Fins
Grape: Pinot Gris/Pinot GrigioCSPC: 118326UPC: 626990344988

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91/100Clos du Soleil Winemaker's Series Whispered Secret Vineyard Pinot Gris 2022Keremeos, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, Canada

89/100Clos du Soleil Winemaker's Series Whispered Secret Vineyard Pinot Gris 2021Keremeos, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, Canada

90/100Clos du Soleil Winemaker's Series Whispered Secret Vineyard Pinot Gris 2020Keremeos, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, Canada

90/100Clos du Soleil Winemaker's Series Whispered Secret Vineyard Pinot Gris 2018Keremeos, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, Canada