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FogBreak
Monterey County, California
Our unique 98 point, Best of Monterey, and Double Gold Medal-winning Pinot Blanc from Monterey County is bright and lively
ABOUT THIS WINE:
FogBreak
Pinot Blanc
Monterey is a beautifully unique growing location within California. It is considered a cool climate region thanks to the proximity to the Pacific Ocean and can also be incredibly warm at certain parts of the day. This shift in temperature allows fruit planted in the area to fully ripen during warmer moments and develop highly concentrated flavors and natural acidity in the cooler periods of the day. Delicate varietals thrive in this sort of environment as fruit does not bake in the sunshine thanks to the afternoon winds and foggy mornings, hence its namesake, FogBreak. Pinot Blanc, a white mutation of the Pinot Noir grape, is a perfect example of a varietal that succeeds in the region. A lesser-known white wine, Pinot Blanc is dry with a medium-bodied mouthfeel and features bright and fruity flavors that will make you go back for glass after glass. In the 2020 Harvest Challenge, one ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
FogBreak
Pinot Blanc
Monterey is a beautifully unique growing location within California. It is considered a cool climate region thanks to the proximity to the Pacific Ocean and can also be incredibly warm at certain parts of the day. This shift in temperature allows fruit planted in the area to fully ripen during warmer moments and develop highly concentrated flavors and natural acidity in the cooler periods of the day. Delicate varietals thrive in this sort of environment as fruit does not bake in the sunshine thanks to the afternoon winds and foggy mornings, hence its namesake, FogBreak. Pinot Blanc, a white mutation of the Pinot Noir grape, is a perfect example of a varietal that succeeds in the region. A lesser-known white wine, Pinot Blanc is dry with a medium-bodied mouthfeel and features bright and fruity flavors that will make you go back for glass after glass. In the 2020 Harvest Challenge, one ...
WINE REGION:
Monterey County
Not to be confused with Monterey AVA, Monterey County is a larger designation that also includes the Carmel and San Antonio valleys, among others. Encompassing three distinct zones at the northern end of the Central Coast, Monterey County produces vast amounts of high-quality Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. For reds, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have often been replaced by Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache in recent years. These cooler-climate grapes achieve greatness through the influence of Monterey Bay, which pushes cold fogs and chilly afternoon winds down the Salinas Valley, tempering the sun's heat and allowing a long, moderate ripening season.
WINE REGION
Monterey County
Not to be confused with Monterey AVA, Monterey County is a larger designation that also includes the Carmel and San Antonio valleys, among others. Encompassing three distinct zones at the northern end of the Central Coast, Monterey County produces vast amounts of high-quality Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. For reds, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have often been replaced by Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache in recent years. These cooler-climate grapes achieve greatness through the influence of Monterey Bay, which pushes cold fogs and chilly afternoon winds down the Salinas Valley, tempering the sun's heat and allowing a long, moderate ripening season.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Roasted Chicken, Seafood Pasta, Mild Cheese
Pairs well with…
Roasted Chicken, Seafood Pasta, Mild Cheese
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Roasted Chicken, Seafood Pasta, Mild Cheese
Pairs well with…
Roasted Chicken, Seafood Pasta, Mild Cheese
TASTING NOTES:
Grapefruit
Melon
Citrus Blossom
This wine features citrus flavors of grapefruit and lemon zest, along with hints of melon and green pear. A slight saltiness thanks to coastal influences hits the mid-palate. Light and bright, this is the perfect award-winning bottle for a night with friends. "Clean linens of crisp Asian pear and nectarine open the nose of this bottling. It's extremely textural on the palate, where a chalky grip frames flavors of jasmine, apple and pear." – Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast Magazine
TASTING NOTES
Grapefruit
Melon
Citrus Blossom
This wine features citrus flavors of grapefruit and lemon zest, along with hints of melon and green pear. A slight saltiness thanks to coastal influences hits the mid-palate. Light and bright, this is the perfect award-winning bottle for a night with friends. "Clean linens of crisp Asian pear and nectarine open the nose of this bottling. It's extremely textural on the palate, where a chalky grip frames flavors of jasmine, apple and pear." – Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast Magazine
AWARDS:
FogBreak
8 TOTAL AWARDS
Best of Class, 2020 Harvest Challenge
Best of Monterey County, 2020 Harvest Challenge
98 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
AWARDS
FogBreak
8 TOTAL AWARDS
Best of Class, 2020 Harvest Challenge
Best of Monterey County, 2020 Harvest Challenge
98 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
ABOUT THE BRAND:
FogBreak
Each morning, cooling mists from the Pacific Ocean roll across the valleys of California. Vineyards below this cloud cover hold onto night's chill just a bit longer, allowing grapes to ripen slower than those that greet the morning sun. This is the inspiration for FogBreak, where each wine is a lesson in subtlety, and every sip slowly unfolds to reveal something beautiful.
ABOUT THE BRAND
FogBreak
Each morning, cooling mists from the Pacific Ocean roll across the valleys of California. Vineyards below this cloud cover hold onto night's chill just a bit longer, allowing grapes to ripen slower than those that greet the morning sun. This is the inspiration for FogBreak, where each wine is a lesson in subtlety, and every sip slowly unfolds to reveal something beautiful.