COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Pinot Gris
PRODUCER
Chateau Bianca Winery
REGION
Oregon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Chateau Bianca Pinot Gris 2017 hails from the Willamette Valley, Oregon, a region known for its cool climate ideal for white varietals. Produced by Chateau Bianca Winery, a family-owned estate established in 1990, the wine is crafted by Andreas Wetzel, continuing a four-generation winemaking heritage. The winery is committed to small-batch production and sustainable farming, holding LIVE certification. The 2017 vintage was marked by challenging weather conditions in Oregon, including frosts and wildfires, which can impart unique characteristics to the wine. This particular bottling is noted for its structured profile and balanced acidity, setting it apart from more typical expressions of the grape.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family-owned winery with a four-generation winemaking tradition.
Fact 02
Certified LIVE (Low Input Viticulture & Enology) for sustainable practices.
Fact 03
The 2017 vintage faced challenging weather, including frosts and wildfires.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Chateau Bianca Winery is dedicated to small-batch winemaking, reflecting a four-generation tradition. The winery employs organic and sustainable farming practices, holding LIVE certification. While specific technical details for the 2017 Pinot Gris are not fully elaborated, the winemaking philosophy centers on preserving the inherent qualities of the grape and the vineyard. The challenging weather of the 2017 vintage in Oregon, including frosts and wildfires, likely played a role in the final character of the wine. Production methods are geared towards expressing the unique terroir of the Willamette Valley.
