Category Archives: Other Whites

Let’s kick off this tasting note with a confession.  I like Pinot Gris.  I have to add though, it has to be quality Pinot Gris.  This isn’t just quality, it’s classy and definitely one I like. I’ll give you a … Continue reading →

There are pinot gris’ and then there is Grey Sands Pinot Gris. I can’t remember where I heard it but, I was told Pinot Gris is the red drinkers white.  The reason for this was because of the richness, mouthfeel … Continue reading →

Straight off the bat, I’m going to say, it is so easy to say how a wine has texture, richness and viscosity and with this wine it’s backed up with substance & truth.  Andy & Angela have nailed it with … Continue reading →

I’m going to say straight up I love it when wineries, and winemakers for that matter, treat a grape differently than what is generally expected.  It is almost like there’s an attitude of, “let’s give the punter something different but … Continue reading →

Vermentino is becoming a bit popular these days as people explore different varieties.  I can only guess this has something to do with our multicultural society and the availability of some excellent food styles.  I think this is an excellent … Continue reading →

Family and friends would be shocked and horrified to know I’m tasting let alone drinking Sauvignon Blanc.  Yep, I’m drinking this one (truth be known, sharing it with my wife). I could go into any number of reasons why I … Continue reading →

You know how sometimes on a warm day there’s a bit of dark storm cloud about and rain is threatening?  Eventually, when it does rain, it freshens everything up, you are comfortable again and feel a sense of relief. Okay, … Continue reading →

I’ve got to tell you, this is quite a different version of this style.  I was going to say, expect the unexpected but everybody says that.  I’m going to say, don’t expect the expected. I like how there is a … Continue reading →

Yep, another Pinot Gris review but this time it’s one from across the ditch.  By that I mean across the Tasman Sea.  By that I mean from our mates in New Zealand. I have to say, when my wife and … Continue reading →

Real men don’t drink Pinot Gris!  A bit like ‘real men don’t eat quiche’.  Well have I got news for you.  Real men drink Pinot Gris and real men eat quiche (real man’s quiche of course). The colour was enough … Continue reading →