Arrowsmith Pinot Gris

Yes, another Pinot Gris review, despite the risk of this blog becoming horribly repetitive and predictable. Pinot Gris has had a surge in popularity recently for some reason, and ever the social conformist I have ridden that wave. In fact, I bought an entire case of this wine on spec (from an online auction site, for a pittance). A risky move, I will admit, but considering the cost, it paid off and provided some easy drinking over the last couple of months.

This wine is produced by a negociant, and gives no information on where the actual grapes are sourced, but indications point to South Australia. It has a nice lemony colour, and the nose is quite aromatic, with plenty of esters and some ripe apple. The palate is perhaps not as complex as it could be, but there are some nice honey and pineapple flavours, and a nice nuttiness paired with the rich chewy texture. The aftertaste is warm and a bit alcoholic, which I like. All in all it goes down very easily, and would pair well with mildly spicy seafood - something to complement the slightly cloying texture.

Price: Theoretically about $22 per bottle, but I paid a lot less.

Food: Singapore chilli prawns.