This rich, sweetly fruity and creamy wine is almost dessert-like. It has vibrant tropical fruit and peach flavors that taste like they were baked into a pie. But it’s also very acidic, and the finish is dry. Great as a cocktail sipper; try with Thai and Vietnamese fare. ——S.H.(3/1/2011)—— 88

A brilliant, compelling Pinot Gris whose quality far exceeds its price. Bone dry, with moderate alcohol, it’s big in flavor, offering a blast of Mandarin orange, peach, honeysuckle, vanilla and cinnamon spice. There’s a rich texture, and the finish is thoroughly dry despite the richness.——S.H.(4/1/2010)—— 91

Perfectly fills the need in California for a bone-dry, racy white wine. Acidity is the star here, enriched with savory lemon and lime zest, grilled pineapple, pepper and mineral flavors. After all the oak and supersweetness of too many wines, it makes you want to sing and dance.——S.H.(10/1/2008)—— 90

Just what you want Pinot Gris to be. Tart and apple-lemony, but with enough richness to satisfy. Strike the perfect balance of sugar and acid, with an ultraclean finish that leaves a fresh, spicy feeling on the palate.——S.H.(12/15/2001)—— 87