A refresher: When I mention "minerality" in a wine, I’m usually referring to something akin to what you would get in a cold glass of Pellegrino — it’s usually a taste of granite or dust that adds depth to a wine. It’s a term derided by some, and the reasons are myriad, but I’m sticking with it as a descriptor since all I can do for you is tell you what I sense in a particular glass. Otherwise, what good am I? This particular glass, a blend of Anderson Valley and Sonoma County fruit, shows vibrant lemon, lime, peach and pear, with a lingering finish where some of that stony character comes through clearly. And so, in a way, we’re back to where we started — a refresher.
Castello Di Amorosa, North Coast (California) Pinot Grigio 2016
By Rich Cook