From 15 year-old grown in Bellpine soil, the 2016 Bluebird Hill Cellars Walnut Ridge Pinot Gris is a pale sunbeam in the glass with soft aromas of apple yellow, cantaloupe, and dried mint. In the mouth, the perception of softness continues with generous layers of fruit that relaxes a pleasant burst of acidity tinged with lemon drop. Aging in neutral oak on fine lees has had the finish is long and mouthwatering. sample
* Bellpine series are found throughout Southern Willamette Valley and are composed of silty clay loam over sandstone.
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