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Thistle & Quail
Russian River Valley, California
Light in body and full of round flavors, this Pinot Grigio is perfectly crisp and Double Gold Medal-winning
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Thistle & Quail
Pinot Grigio
The Russian River Valley climate in Sonoma County is made for growing cooler-climate grapes. The region receives heavy influence from the Russian River, which carries waters inland from the chilly Pacific Ocean. A heavy fog veil lies in the valley in the mornings during the growing season and burns off mid-day, giving fruit a chance to bask in the sunshine and fully develop concentrated but approachable flavors. Our Pinot Grigio is light in body and beautiful when sipped. During harvest, it was pressed gently in whole clusters and fermented in stainless steel tanks to maximize contact on the lees. Because of this aging process, the light body showcases a roundness in the mouth that makes you go back for glass after glass! Classic flavors of green tree fruits and bright stone fruits meld together and are complemented by a slight acidity—a perfect bottle for weekend afternoons on the pa ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Thistle & Quail
Pinot Grigio
The Russian River Valley climate in Sonoma County is made for growing cooler-climate grapes. The region receives heavy influence from the Russian River, which carries waters inland from the chilly Pacific Ocean. A heavy fog veil lies in the valley in the mornings during the growing season and burns off mid-day, giving fruit a chance to bask in the sunshine and fully develop concentrated but approachable flavors. Our Pinot Grigio is light in body and beautiful when sipped. During harvest, it was pressed gently in whole clusters and fermented in stainless steel tanks to maximize contact on the lees. Because of this aging process, the light body showcases a roundness in the mouth that makes you go back for glass after glass! Classic flavors of green tree fruits and bright stone fruits meld together and are complemented by a slight acidity—a perfect bottle for weekend afternoons on the pa ...
WINE REGION:
Russian River Valley
Prized for its elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sonoma's Russian River Valley is one of California's premier AVAs for cool-climate wines. Blessed with the Petaluma Gap—a break in the coastal mountains where chill, foggy air blows in from the Pacific—the valley also benefits from the effects of the Russian River itself. This draws cool Pacific Ocean air inland and creates blanketing fogs that veil the vineyards throughout the chilly mornings. The result is one of the state's longest and coolest growing seasons. Bracing acidity and complex flavors characterize wines from this region, which also includes excellent sparklers made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
WINE REGION
Russian River Valley
Prized for its elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sonoma's Russian River Valley is one of California's premier AVAs for cool-climate wines. Blessed with the Petaluma Gap—a break in the coastal mountains where chill, foggy air blows in from the Pacific—the valley also benefits from the effects of the Russian River itself. This draws cool Pacific Ocean air inland and creates blanketing fogs that veil the vineyards throughout the chilly mornings. The result is one of the state's longest and coolest growing seasons. Bracing acidity and complex flavors characterize wines from this region, which also includes excellent sparklers made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Halibut, Spicy Food
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Halibut, Spicy Food
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Halibut, Spicy Food
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Halibut, Spicy Food
TASTING NOTES:
Pear
Green Apple
Apricot
Light in body, this Pinot Grigio features classic flavors of tree fruit and stone fruit. Ripe Asian pear and a slight green apple note meld with lush apricot and white nectarine flavors. A delicate acidity is complemented by a roundness on the palate, making every sip linger.
TASTING NOTES
Pear
Green Apple
Apricot
Light in body, this Pinot Grigio features classic flavors of tree fruit and stone fruit. Ripe Asian pear and a slight green apple note meld with lush apricot and white nectarine flavors. A delicate acidity is complemented by a roundness on the palate, making every sip linger.
AWARDS:
Thistle & Quail
6 TOTAL AWARDS
92 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
91 Points, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
90 Points, 2021 Wine Enthusiast
AWARDS
Thistle & Quail
6 TOTAL AWARDS
92 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
91 Points, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
90 Points, 2021 Wine Enthusiast
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Thistle & Quail
Thistle & Quail embodies the bounty of nature found across Sonoma County. In this historic region, grapevines are as much a part of the countryside as the foraging quail or spiny thistle. Throughout the change of seasons, the native flora and fauna that call the vineyard home work in harmony with the land and form a holistic balance with the environment. Through our wines, we share with you a plentiful gift emblematic of a celebrated region and picturesque landscape.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Thistle & Quail
Thistle & Quail embodies the bounty of nature found across Sonoma County. In this historic region, grapevines are as much a part of the countryside as the foraging quail or spiny thistle. Throughout the change of seasons, the native flora and fauna that call the vineyard home work in harmony with the land and form a holistic balance with the environment. Through our wines, we share with you a plentiful gift emblematic of a celebrated region and picturesque landscape.