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Date Printed: 11/25/2009
King Estate Vin Glace Pinot Gris (half-bottle) 2006
King Estate Vin Glace Pinot Gris (half-bottle) 2006

(search item no. 95226)
green wine

Wine & Spirits rating: 94 points
PRICE ON 11/25/2009: $17.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2007 Wine & Spirits rating: 90 points
1999 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points

Winemaker's Notes:

100% Pinot Gris Grapes Grown On Our Estate's Certified Organic Vineyards

Color: Luscious, golden straw. Aroma: Honeysuckle, apricot, pineapple, nutmeg, allspice, and orange blossom. Mouthfeel: Peach, apricot, nectar, honey, tropical fruits, black tea & pear.

Vin Glacé, also known as Ice Wine, is a style of wine made from ripe frozen grapes. Pressing the frozen grapes produces a sweet juice, while leaving the frozen water crystals and grape skins behind. The resulting juice is very concentrated in aromas and flavors and demonstrates intense varietal character. Fermentation occurs slowly and is stopped before the wine is fermented dry.

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About King Estate:

King Estate is located southwest of Eugene, Oregon, near the town of Lorane. The winery, which reflects the architectural tradition of a French chateau, encompasses approximately 100,000 square feet. The estate has 350 acres, with 220 acres currently planted. King Estate produces Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay.