St Innocent Winery

Vitae Springs Vineyard Pinot Gris

8.854 ratings
8.922 pro ratings
Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
Pinot Gris
Mushrooms, Tomato-Based, White Fish, Pasta, Pungent Cheese, Goat & Feta Cheese, White Rice, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Squash & Root Vegetables, Meaty & Oily Fish, Cheddar & Gruyere, Potato, Nuts & Seeds, Salads & Greens, Herbs, Chili & Hot Spicy, Beans & Peas, Soft Cheese, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Oyster, Mussel, Clam, Chicken, Duck, Turkey, Oyster, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Jordan Wardlaw

Such a brilliant Pinot Gris. Powerful and dense, full bodied and phenolic. But there is a sense of freshness here with its spice character and bright orchard fruit. This is a beautiful wine that will work with a wide range of foods, from thanksgiving to southeast Asian.

Such a brilliant Pinot Gris. Powerful and dense, full bodied and phenolic. But there is a sense of freshness here with its spice character and bright orchard fruit. This is a beautiful wine that will work with a wide range of foods, from thanksgiving to southeast Asian.

May 20th, 2019
Dr. Owen Bargreen

One of the great Pinot Gris bottling in Oregon, the 2017 ‘Vitae Springs’ Pinot Gris by St. Innocent is a dazzling new release. On the nose this shows really good range from sourdough bread to ripe Japanese pear to grassy tones that all fill the bouquet. The palate shows incredible texture and tension, with gobs of mouth-watering acidity that excite. Harmonious throughout with ripe pear, starfruit and brioche flavors, this is a complete wine that is one of the best of its kind that I have ever sampled. Simply put, this wine is a masterpiece. Drink 2019-2025- 94

One of the great Pinot Gris bottling in Oregon, the 2017 ‘Vitae Springs’ Pinot Gris by St. Innocent is a dazzling new release. On the nose this shows really good range from sourdough bread to ripe Japanese pear to grassy tones that all fill the bouquet. The palate shows incredible texture and tension, with gobs of mouth-watering acidity that excite. Harmonious throughout with ripe pear, starfruit and brioche flavors, this is a complete wine that is one of the best of its kind that I have ever sampled. Simply put, this wine is a masterpiece. Drink 2019-2025- 94

Apr 21st, 2019
Adam Kincaid

Really pretty. Has a front end spicy kick that sets the tone. A soft, non-tart citrus with a little pear. Balanced dryness with a great lingering finish.

Really pretty. Has a front end spicy kick that sets the tone. A soft, non-tart citrus with a little pear. Balanced dryness with a great lingering finish.

May 25th, 2018
Ray Isle

Executive Wine Editor Food & Wine Magazine

9.1

Impressive Oregon PG. Great texture.

Impressive Oregon PG. Great texture.

1 person found it helpfulAug 17th, 2015
Ryan Wofford

Med plus acidity meets mouthy citrus merangue #oregongris

Med plus acidity meets mouthy citrus merangue #oregongris

Feb 14th, 2017
Sean Wallner - WSET II

A slight tingle on the palate followed by some apple and lime. There's also some slate and seashell to it with a long beautiful finish.

A slight tingle on the palate followed by some apple and lime. There's also some slate and seashell to it with a long beautiful finish.

Oct 19th, 2016
Nicholas Livingston

Could be mistaken for Alsatian Pinot Gris in a balmy vintage for all its ripe orchard fruit and white smoke -with a taut twang of a banjo string in terms of structure. Some good flesh and body to this.

Could be mistaken for Alsatian Pinot Gris in a balmy vintage for all its ripe orchard fruit and white smoke -with a taut twang of a banjo string in terms of structure. Some good flesh and body to this.

Aug 27th, 2015
Sue Mohle

A bit thin but some citrus pie

A bit thin but some citrus pie

Jun 27th, 2015
Amy Morgan

Pronounced acidity with lemon peel and white pepper. Touch of effervescence. Interesting and different than expected for Pinot Gris.

Pronounced acidity with lemon peel and white pepper. Touch of effervescence. Interesting and different than expected for Pinot Gris.

Jul 9th, 2014
Kevin Walsh

Wine blogger doxologywine.com; Freelance Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers) Doxology Wine Consulting

7.9

Very, very subtle, bordering on bland.

Very, very subtle, bordering on bland.

Mar 21st, 2014