Tasting- Takutai Pinot Gris

Name: Takutai Pinot Gris

Variety: 100% Pinot Gris

Region: Nelson

Country: New Zealand

Year: 2009

Price: $21.00 (Regular) $6.95 (Sale) 

Shop Review: "Since this wine weighs in at 14%, the fruit was clearly very ripe. That ripeness is reflected in the flavors as well, which feature nectarine and honey accented by hints of white pepper. It’s full bodied and lush, with a long finish that mingles the sensations of sweet and spicy." - Vintage Cellar

My Review: I found this wine to be sweeter than the first one. I got bursts of fruitiness right from the start (both from the smell and the taste). I also thought that this wine had a tiny hint of spiciness to it, which I found surprisingly refreshing. I would consider purchasing this wine in the future, but it was not one of my most favorite wines to date. 

Food: I drank this wine at the Vintage Cellar tasting, so I was unable to pair any foods to this wine.