This bleached blonde beauty is reminiscent of fresh green apples, pineapple and has hints of hibiscus blossoms. The concentration of zesty lemon and gooseberry fills your mouth leaving notes of thyme and melon behind. The bright acid in this wine gives you a zing while the fruit keeps your mouth watering for more.
The Smoking Loon Pinot Grigio has refreshing aromas of Golden Delicious apples, melons and anise with a grassy, herbal character. Tropical fruit flavors combine with lime and Asian pear undertones to create a deliciously crisp, light-bodied wine. Perfectly balanced, this Pinot Grigio pairs well with fresh seafood or light pasta dishes.
In crafting our 2013 Smoking Loon Steelbird Chardonnay, our winemakers sourced grapes from throughout California’s prime grape growing regions. Known for its abundant sunshine which helps to ensure a reliable extended growing season, the “Golden State” has become an American winemaking mecca on par with the other great wine regions of the world. California boasts nearly 100 American Viticulture Areas (AVAs), that encompass over a half million acres of vineyards, supporting a diverse varietal mix. Cool climate varietals like Chardonnay and Pinot Noir thrive in the fog-bathed coastal areas, while the warmer inland valleys provide the perfect conditions for heartier heat loving varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Sauvignon Blanc.
Beautifully made, our 2012 Smoking Loon Chardonnay opens with inviting aromas of toasted almond and apricot, followed by subtle notes of crème brulee. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced, this wine is a definite crowd-pleaser; fresh fruit flavors that intermingle effortlessly and a creamy palate due to three months of French oak aging. Fuji apple, juicy summer pear and toffee play key roles in creating the inviting palate for this wine. The great acidity is a perfect match for an appetizer of crispy calamari with banana pepper rings, roast chicken with potatoes au gratin or a bevy of delicious cheeses, most notably, Brie, Gouda or Gruyère.