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Description of the Francis Ford Coppola Estate
Francis Ford Coppola Winery is distinguished by its unique approach to filmmaking and winemaking, creating wines that reflect the richness of California culture. Known for its innovation and respect for terroir, this estate offers a range of wines that celebrate the art of winemaking with passion and precision.
Description of the Cuvée Rosso & Bianco Pinot Grigio
The Cuvée Rosso & Bianco Pinot Grigio exemplifies Coppola's commitment to producing accessible and enjoyable wines for all occasions. This Pinot Grigio is a light and refreshing wine, ideal for relaxing moments and convivial meals.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This Pinot Grigio reveals fresh and attractive aromas of lemon, green apple and white flowers, with subtle notes of pear and melon. These fruity nuances are complemented by a slight minerality that adds depth to the wine's overall bouquet.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Pinot Grigio
- Profile: On the palate, the wine is vibrant and light, with well-balanced acidity that lends a nice freshness. White fruit flavors dominate, leading to a clean, refreshing finish.
- Aging Potential: Designed to be consumed young, this Pinot Grigio is at its best when chilled to capture the full intensity of its fruity aromas.
Pairings with this Cuvée
This Pinot Grigio is perfect as an aperitif or accompanied by light dishes such as seafood, salads or chicken dishes. It is also excellent with lightly spiced Asian cuisines or fresh appetizers.
Where are we traveling?
California
While 50 American states produce wine, Californian production alone represents about 85% of the country's production, making this state the 4th largest producer in the world behind Italy, France and Spain. The climate is strongly influenced by the Pacific Ocean, which at this latitude is a cold ocean. The wine regions located near the Pacific have an oceanic climate that becomes Mediterranean the further inland you move from the ocean and it becomes more continental near the Sierra Nevada. Bays and openings to the sea, such as San Pablo Bay, act as thermal regulators on viticulture, particularly in Napa and Sonoma Valley.
The little history of the country
UNITED STATES
In the United States, 90% of the wine produced comes from California. It was the influx of gold prospectors to California that boosted the California wine industry in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Sonoma and Napa region. At the start of the 20th century, there were 800 wineries. From 1919 to 1933 Prohibition destroyed the vast majority of the California wine industry so that by 1933, only 140 wineries remained producing wine. It was only from 1960 that the wine industry began to recover from Prohibition and California was primarily known for the production of fortified wines (in the style of Port). It was also in the 1960s that some of the most famous estates were created (Mondavi, Heitz Wine Cellars, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, etc...). In 1976, a significant event took place: the legendary tasting competition better known as the "Judgment of Paris". He sees the greatest French wines opposing the new American wines. This May 24, an unexpected result shakes the world of wine, since to everyone's surprise, it is the United States which wins. However, this competition remains relatively unknown to the general public. Today, there is no doubt that the United States produces great wines. Even though California largely monopolizes the reputation of American wines with its excellent Zinfandels, the state of Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world and the state of Washington offers excellent Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.