2008 Kalyra Pinot Bianco

This is a first from the talented hands of winemaker Mike Brown. Pinot Bianco is a varietal that has its origins in the Loire Valley of central France, and first appeared in California in the late 1950's. The Fruit for this wine was sourced from the 20 year old vines of Curtis Vineyard near Foxen Canyon Road, where cooler growing conditions have lead to the perfect dry Gewurztraminer. The juice was fermented in stainless steel and given no oak aging at all. The wine shows off nice acidity, which is typical of cool climate growing conditions, and the nose exhibits some light aromatic floral tones and flavors of bright citrus fruits with a hint of honey. This is a crisp lively wine that is going to be perfect to pair with light salads, grilled fish and is a match made in heaven with fresh lobster.