About Montalto Pennon Hill Pinot Gris 2024
Montalto's Pennon Hill Pinot Gris from the Mornington Peninsula opens with an inviting and fragrant bouquet of ripe white peach, preserved lemon, and delicate rose petal, underpinned by a whisper of honeysuckle and freshly sliced pear. On the palate, this wine displays a lovely textural richness characteristic of the variety, with juicy stone fruit flavours of nectarine and apricot taking centre stage alongside zesty citrus pith and a subtle hint of warm ginger spice. The cool-climate origins of the Mornington Peninsula lend a bright, refreshing acidity that keeps the wine lively and well-balanced despite its generous mid-palate weight. The finish is clean, lingering, and gently spiced, with a mineral salinity that adds complexity and length.
Medium Bodyoff-dryServe 10–12°C
- textural
- aromatic
- fresh
- stone-fruited
- mineral
- elegant
Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavour Profile
Primary
- white peach
- ripe pear
- apricot
- preserved lemon
- rose petal
Secondary
- warm ginger spice
- honeysuckle
- wet stone minerality
- subtle almond cream
Finish
The finish is medium-long with a pleasing saline minerality and a gentle spice warmth that lingers gracefully on the palate.
Food Pairings
- pan-seared barramundi with lemon butter
- Thai green curry with jasmine rice
- soft-ripened brie with honeycomb
- roasted pork belly with apple sauce
- prawn and avocado salad
- Vietnamese rice paper rolls with nuoc cham
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