Pinot Grigio
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Typically best enjoyed within 1-3 years of the vintage to appreciate its fresh, crisp, and vibrant fruit profile.
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Fresh local oysters, grilled sea bass, light spring vegetable risotto
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Hailing from the wind-swept maritime terroir of Bridgehampton on Long Island's South Fork, Channing Daughters Pinot Grigio is a vibrant expression of cool-climate viticulture. Grown in unique, well-draining Bridgehampton silt loam soils deposited by glaciers thousands of years ago, the vines benefit from the moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Peconic Bay. Winemaker Christopher Tracy coaxes a remarkably textured and aromatic profile from this classic grape, utilizing gentle whole-cluster pressing and temperature-controlled fermentation primarily in stainless steel to preserve the grape's natural, bright acidity and saline minerality. This wine captures the breezy, coastal essence of the East End, offering a beautiful tension between ripe orchard fruit and refreshing sea-spray notes.
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Established in 1982 by Walter Channing on the South Fork of Long Island in Bridgehampton, New York, Channing Daughters Winery is a pioneering estate renowned for its artisanal, small-batch approach to winemaking. Under the guidance of winemaker and partner Christopher Tracy, the winery manages over twenty-five acres of vines, focusing on sustainable viticulture, hand-harvesting, and wild-yeast fermentations. Channing Daughters is celebrated for its experimental spirit, championing unique varietals like Tocai Friulano, Lagrein, and Teroldego alongside traditional grapes, and crafting highly acclaimed skin-contact orange wines, field blends, and site-specific Chardonnays. Signature expressions such as the skin-fermented Meditazione, the wild-yeast L'Enfant Sauvage Chardonnay, and the crisp Scuttlehole Chardonnay exemplify their commitment to expressing the distinct maritime terroir of the East End.