2018 Sebastiani Pinot Grigio, Sonoma Valley
Winemaker Notes
Pinot Grigio is a classic Italian white wine varietal that we are
excited to add to our Sebastiani appellation tier of wines. Our
inagural 2018 Pinot Grigio comes from the Morning Sun Vineyard
located in the Sonoma Valley on Sonoma Mountain. Our inaugural 2018 Pinot Grigio is a pale yellow in the glass and
opens with layers of stone fruit and hints of rose petal on the nose.
The palate is bright and crisp with flavors of apricot, peach, and
melon. Additional notes of fresh lime and green apple linger on the
long and clean finish. -David Nakaji, Winemaker
Composition
100% Pinot Grigio
Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Pinot Gris / Pinot Grigio
Appellation
Sonoma Valley
Harvest Date
September 11th, 2018
Acid
7.2 g/L
pH
3.38
Aging
100% Stainless Steel
Alcohol %
14.10
Production Notes
We harvested all of the grapes at nighttime to ensure cold fruit at the
time of pressing. Harvesting took place on September 11th, 2018. To
maintain freshness and preserve the distinct characteristics of the
grapes, we minimized exposure to the air. Aiming to create a crisper,
fresher style, we fermented and aged in 100% stainless steel.
Vineyard Notes
The 2018 growing season was one of the mildest and smoothest in
recent memory. Mild spring weather led to good fruit set in most
varietals and moderate weather throughout the year made for ideal
growing conditions. There were no major heat spikes, which gave us
longer hang-time and great ripening on the vine. While a fairly long
harvest, the 2018 crop delivered fruit with complex flavors and was of
excellent quality.
