Thursday, February 8, 2024

Tasting- Barefoot Pinot Grigio

 

Name:  Barefoot Pinot Grigio

Variety:  Pinot Grigio

Country of Origin:  United States

Region of Origin:  Modesto, California

Vintage Year:  2022

Price: $2.00

Critics Review:

"On first sip, Barefoot Pinot Grigio is light-medium bodied, fruity and very mildly sweet (left of center if you had a dry to sweet scale). It is not noticeably acidic and is very well balanced overall. The taste has a bit of a citrus component that I did not particularly get in the aroma, but that works well. I also got a hint of a taste of Granny Smith apple, which I love and so that was an enjoyable addition. The finish of Barefoot Pinot Grigio is medium and quite nicely mirrors the overall flavors of the wine."

Barefoot Pinot Grigio: Wine Review — Grand One Lounge: The Home Bar Resource

Wine Folly:

Page 149:

    Says that Pinot Grigio is known for its zesty white wines that can range from dry to sweet.  It also mentions this wine pairs well with white meat, seafood, and food with a fruit element to it.  Some of the specific flavors and aromas mentioned are white peach, lemon zest, and cantaloupe.  

Page 251:

    Says that Pinot Grigio has subtle tart fruit characteristics and mentions green apple specifically.  

My Personal Review:

    I really enjoyed this wine.  It was much sweeter than I had expected going into it, but I tend to lean towards sweeter wines thus far.  I was definitely able to pick up some apple, as it kind of smelled and tasted like apple juice so I was glad the book mentioned that.  I only purchased a split of this wine, but I would definitely buy the full bottle.  I did not pair this with any foods.

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