Lawson’s Dry Hills Pinot Gris 2014
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Why Pinot Gris, the grey/pink mutation of fussy and beloved Pinot Noir, grows aplenty in New Zealand, where the style identifies more with Alsatian expressions than crisp and simple Pinot Grigio. This one is pretty and creamy with a tropical tinge.
Price 750 ml/$18.95
Availability Vintages 415158
Domaine Zinck Pinot Blanc
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Why Domaine Zinck, a family-run Alsatian winery, showcases all seven regional varietals in its Portrait series. Its smokey-fresh Pinot Blanc (also a white mutation of Big Poppa Pinot) makes a fruity and satisfying dinner partner.
Price 750 ml/$19.95
Availability Vintages 435040
Chanson Réserve du Bastion Pinot Noir
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Why Decent Pinot Noir below a certain price point is kind of like finding a unicorn out in the wild. Made entirely from grapes sourced from the Côte d’Or (primo Burgundy territory), this bright and spicy Bourgogne might lead you to suspect there’s a hole in your glass.
Price 750 ml/$21.95
Availability Vintages 50575
