Tasting - Josh Cellars Pinot Grigio

Name: Josh Cellars Pinot Grigio
Variety of Grape(s): Pinot Grigio
Country of Origin: United States of America
Region of Origin: California
Vintage Year: 2023
Price: $14.99

I bought this Pinot Grigio to pair with some shrimp scampi I made for date night with my girlfriend. I threw a bit into the pan to cook up a nice white wine sauce, and it made for a nice citrusy touch that really enhanced the shrimp.

Wine Critic Review: Taylor Rusak on Vivino.com (345 ratings on the site and 961st in the US).
"Tasty and balanced. Minerality and fruits. Tasted light pear notes and a acidity that hinted of citrus. Had with sushi and it was pretty good!"

On the first smell, I got lots of tree fruit notes, the pear was really strong, followed by some apple and green grape. It smelled quite dry and yeasty, with a nice bit of acidity.

I was very impressed by the initial flavor. It was really refreshing and acidic, like a sour apple, but with a touch of buttery sweetness that balanced well. This pinot was pretty dry without unbalancing the flavor and really smooth.

As I mentioned before, I paired this with a buttery shrimp scampi. The acidic notes in the wine really highlighted and contrasted with the buttery sauce, while the apple went surprisingly well with the flavor of the tomato. The sauce was quite rich, and the wine cut it really well the make it easier to eat and enjoy.

I'd give this Pinot a 3.9/5 stars. It was well balanced and delicious, and I would for sure drink it again if I was looking for a slightly drier, more refreshing alternative to my go-to, chardonnay.