Girasole Vineyards, Mendocino County (California) Pinot Blanc 2021

 Girasole Vineyards’ Pinot Blanc is both instantly enjoyable but also a stunning expression of what this variety can provide.  Winemaker Randy Meyer claims this is one of the easiest wines to make and yet it is also one of his favorites to drink.  Loaded with crisp tree fruit and melon notes and, with its 13% abv, this wine is perfect for summer.  Girasole Vineyards was founded by Charlier Barra in 2003.  Charlie grew up in Mendocino county making organic wine long before making organic wine was popular.  He brought every lesson learned to Girasole, ultimately helping the winery earn and maintain their California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) status while still making wine that doesn’t spare any points on quality.  At $15, it’s hard to find wine this good, doubly so in the North Coast of California.  This Pinot Blanc would do well by-the-glass as a house pour or at a picnic with friends.