Refreshing, light white wines for Sunday brunch

August 9, 2011 - Jurgen Gothe - The Georgia Straight

Young & Wyse Amber 2010 ($19.90) A superb new blend (named for the daughter of winemakers Stephen Wyse and Michelle Young) built mostly from Viognier, with Pinot Gris and a dash of Gewürztraminer; tingly, tart, herby and lively. There’s a big bite of green (but not underripe) fruit, a little gooseberry, some linden flower, and white currants. Another one for spiced fish or samosas, from appies right through to dessert.

WineYoung & Wyse Collection Amber 2010

AppellationSouth Okanagan

Grape VarietalViognier (47%) Pinot Gris (38%) Gewurztraminer (15%)

Alcohol %14

Price $19.90

Quantity 589 cases

Where to get it Winery online; Landmark Selections agency

Point score 90

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