Lucy by Pisoni 2023 “Pico Blanco” Proprietary White, Monterey

The wine is named after a mountain that Jeff and Mark Pisoni used to climb when they were young. The 2023 is a fun blend of Pinot Grigio and Pinot Blanc. The Pisoni family donates $1 from every bottle sold to Ocean Conservancy, and this year, they are donating it to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Hurry for this perfect summer wine!

Jeff Pisoni Notes: “: Pico Blanco is a limestone mountain peak in Monterey County. This blend of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc stands as an example of the elegance and finesse of Monterey with cool-climate wines. The wine displays a delicate pale straw color that exudes freshness. From the first swirl, bright notes of lemon zest leap from the glass, followed by hints of delicate orange blossom and floral elegance. The palate shows a broader texture from the Pinot Blanc and brings highlights of ripe pear, yellow peach, Gravenstein apple, and crushed stones. The finish of the wine unfolds with complexity and depth, while the zesty acidity keeps the wine fresh and bright. Enjoy the wine served chilled. It pairs well with many seafood and pasta dishes inspired by the coastal Monterey region. “

WE 92 Points: “A blend of 86% Pinot Gris and 14% Pinot Blanc, this bottling makes strong arguments for keeping those grapes around in the face of more popular varieties. Aromas of Key lime, melon, and flint lead from the nose into a rounded palate of peach and pineapple that is cut by a lime-driven acidity.”