The nose is promising, with citrus, honeydew, and some sweet tropical fruit. There’s a nice acidity on the palate, though we would have liked a little more fruit. Nevertheless, for five bucks, this is a fairly priced, simple summer sipper.
Style: White
Varietal: Pinot Grigio
Vintage: 2009
Geography: California (Monterey)
Retailer: Trader Joe's
Price: $4.99
Rating: Two stars
Reviewed: April 28, 2011
The nose is promising, with citrus, honeydew, and some sweet tropical fruit. There’s a nice acidity on the palate, though we would have liked a little more fruit. Nevertheless, for five bucks, this is a fairly priced, simple summer sipper.