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93 Points
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93 Points
The Valli The Real McCoy Orange Wine 2022 stands out with its skin-contact winemaking process, giving it a unique tangerine hue and a rich texture. This ancient technique, combined with modern winemaking, highlights the versatility of Pinot Gris and emphasizes the wine's distinct seasonal and region
With inviting aromas of apricot, peach, mandarin, and cream soda, this wine offers a complex palate featuring ripe stone fruit, citrus, and vanilla. The integration of fine tannins with creamy, silky mouthfeel adds depth and a lingering finish, making it both delicious and versatile for food pairing
The Real McCoy Orange Wine is crafted to evolve beautifully over time. Its slow aging process allows the wine to develop additional complexity, enhancing its flavors and textures. It's an excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts looking for a wine that continues to improve with cellaring.
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Description
The Valli The Real McCoy Orange Wine 2022 showcases the captivating results of a traditional skin-contact technique applied to Pinot Gris. This eighth release from the Gibbston Vineyard exhibits a striking tangerine hue, a testament to its extended skin maceration and semi-oxidative handling. The wine's aromas are immediately inviting, featuring notes of apricot, peach, mandarin, and a hint of cream soda, complemented by wild sage and delicate white blossom.
On the palate, it offers a rich and creamy texture with flavors of ripe stone fruit, citrus, and vanilla. The fine tannins and balanced acidity contribute to a lingering finish, making it a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes. The 2022 vintage, aged in neutral oak and undergoing full malolactic fermentation, is both a delightful current release and a wine with excellent cellaring potential, continuing to evolve and gain complexity over the years.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Apricot, Creamy, Peach
Palate:Citrus Zest, Stonefruit, Vanilla
Food Pairings:
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
Description
The Valli The Real McCoy Orange Wine 2022 showcases the captivating results of a traditional skin-contact technique applied to Pinot Gris. This eighth release from the Gibbston Vineyard exhibits a striking tangerine hue, a testament to its extended skin maceration and semi-oxidative handling. The wine's aromas are immediately inviting, featuring notes of apricot, peach, mandarin, and a hint of cream soda, complemented by wild sage and delicate white blossom.
On the palate, it offers a rich and creamy texture with flavors of ripe stone fruit, citrus, and vanilla. The fine tannins and balanced acidity contribute to a lingering finish, making it a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes. The 2022 vintage, aged in neutral oak and undergoing full malolactic fermentation, is both a delightful current release and a wine with excellent cellaring potential, continuing to evolve and gain complexity over the years.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Apricot, Creamy, Peach
Palate:
Citrus Zest, Stonefruit, Vanilla
Food Pairings:
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Apricot, Creamy, Peach
Citrus Zest, Stonefruit, Vanilla
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish