St. Innocent Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill Vineyard 2023 750ml

Imagine sticking your nose in a box of fresh, ripe peaches on an ocean beach smelling the salt in the air and about to swallow a fresh oyster. Yup, that is this wine. The palate follows a similar theme: peach followed by pear flavors with a particularly lovely rocky, salinity and broad textures around your tongue. The fruit is a result of long hours of sun kept precise by cool nights. The salinity is the result of the very old ocean floor; sedimentary soils affect the Pinot blanc vines and the resulting minerality captured in the wine.

• Country: United States
• Region: Oregon
• Appellation: Willamette Valley
• Size: 750ml
• Color: White
• Alcohol by Vol: 12.5%

Varietal

Pinot Blanc

Pinot Blanc, a white grape variety with roots in Burgundy, showcases a distinct and versatile character, making it a fascinating exploration for wine enthusiasts. What makes Pinot Blanc unique is its ability to express a range of styles depending on the winemaking region. In Alsace, France, it produces full-bodied and aromatic wines with notes of orchard fruits and flowers, often with a touch of spice. In Germany and Austria, Pinot Blanc, known as Weissburgunder, yields crisp and refreshing wines with bright acidity.

Pinot Blanc’s adaptability extends to regions like Italy, where it is known as Pinot Bianco, and across the New World. The grape’s moderate acidity and neutral profile make it an excellent canvas for winemakers to craft wines that range from easy-drinking and quaffable to more complex and age-worthy expressions. Exploring Pinot Blanc offers a delightful journey into a grape that combines familiarity with a spectrum of expressions, making it a versatile and enjoyable choice for diverse palates.