Isolani Winery
Monterey County, California
Winemaking master Joe Otos presents a 91-point California White
ABOUT THIS WINE:
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Isolani Winery
Pinot Blanc
Isolani is weighty, fruit-forward Pinot Blanc from California winemaking expert Joe Otos, nuanced with flavors of honey, ginger and peach. While Pinot Blanc is a delicate and difficult grape for California winegrowers, it thrives in the cool climates of Monterey County beneath coastal fog from the Monterey Bay. As usual, Joe Otos' meticulous attention to detail paid off with this wine winning a gold medal and 91-point score at the 2017 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition!
ABOUT THIS WINE
![Isolani Winery](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/478/mobile/Isolani_Monterey_County_CA_Pinot_Blanc_2016-crop.png?1538093405)
Isolani Winery
Pinot Blanc
Isolani is weighty, fruit-forward Pinot Blanc from California winemaking expert Joe Otos, nuanced with flavors of honey, ginger and peach. While Pinot Blanc is a delicate and difficult grape for California winegrowers, it thrives in the cool climates of Monterey County beneath coastal fog from the Monterey Bay. As usual, Joe Otos' meticulous attention to detail paid off with this wine winning a gold medal and 91-point score at the 2017 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition!
![Isolani Winery](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/478/desktop/Isolani_Monterey_County_CA_Pinot_Blanc_2016-crop.png?1538093405)
WINE REGION:
![Outline of Monterey County](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/1848/normal/California_Central_Coast.png?1616011014)
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 For reds, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have often been replaced by Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache in recent years.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
![Outline of Monterey County](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/1848/normal/California_Central_Coast.png?1616011014)
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:
![Isolani Winery 2016 Pinot Blanc](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/476/desktop/Isolani_Monterey_County_CA_Pinot_Blanc_2016.png?1538093389)
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Mac and Cheese, Vegetable/Vegetarian, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Mac and Cheese, Vegetable/Vegetarian, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce
FLAVOR PROFILE
![Isolani Winery 2016 Pinot Blanc](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/476/desktop/Isolani_Monterey_County_CA_Pinot_Blanc_2016.png?1538093389)
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Mac and Cheese, Vegetable/Vegetarian, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Mac and Cheese, Vegetable/Vegetarian, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce
AWARDS:
Isolani Winery
3 TOTAL AWARDS
91 Points, 2017 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2017 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2017 Sunset International Wine Competition
AWARDS
Isolani Winery
3 TOTAL AWARDS
91 Points, 2017 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2017 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2017 Sunset International Wine Competition
![award medal](/static/e14f73c17a7583745a7c8399c9d1a731/1852b/Award-Medal-opt.png)
ABOUT THE BRAND:
![large bunches of red grapes on the vine](/static/1194e56820adfeee543f9cb0c258b6e1/524cb/grapes-1.jpg)
Isolani Winery
The most successful chess players are strategic, disciplined, patient and passionate. These same traits define a great winemaker. The ability to weigh potential outcomes and make choices that lead to success is something they do throughout every vintage and with each decision. Isolani Winery is dedicated to the grandmasters of both crafts. May your moves be measured and your gambits pay off.
ABOUT THE BRAND
![large bunches of red grapes on the vine](/static/1194e56820adfeee543f9cb0c258b6e1/524cb/grapes-1.jpg)
Isolani Winery
The most successful chess players are strategic, disciplined, patient and passionate. These same traits define a great winemaker. The ability to weigh potential outcomes and make choices that lead to success is something they do throughout every vintage and with each decision. Isolani Winery is dedicated to the grandmasters of both crafts. May your moves be measured and your gambits pay off.