Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio
Geoff Merrill Dancing Queen Pinot Gris 2023
Family and wine are amongst Geoff’s great loves, this wine is the perfect balance of these.
Dancing Queen is a zesty and refreshing Pinot Gris affectionately named after his vivacious wife Annie.
Vintage Information
The combination of late flowering and cool summer conditions resulted in a late harvest period. Once again cool wet autumn conditions combined to further slow ripening and prolong vintage. In summary 2023 was cool and wet, harvest was later than usual, and yields were well below average. Whilst this has been a challenging season for grape growers and winemakers alike it has allowed their skills to shine, and we expect to see elegant wines that express terroir.
Winemakers Notes
A wonderfully aromatic and expressive wine. Some rose petal, pear and citrus notes come forward, with apple peel and spice providing further complexity. The palate is exceedingly long and flavourful. The mid palate is full and round with fruit flavour and texture lolling around in a satisfying way. Well balanced acidity provides the length, and enhances the serious qualities of this 'made for food' wine.
Food Pairing
Enjoy with creamy pasta sauces, crab linguini, cockles/pippies, roast turkey, Thai chicken dishes and Aburi fish / crustaceans.
Technical Details
Winemakers: Geoff Merrill & Scott Heidrich
Variety: Pinot Gris 100%
Region: Limestone Coast
Alc/Vol: 13.0%
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Producer: Geoff Merrill
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Type: Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio