Craven Pinot Gris

Although most wine drinkers would assume that Pinot Gris is a white grape, it actually boasts a coppery skin tone. Mick Craven calls this skinsy style “the way Pinot Gris should be!” Every vintage gives Mick and Jeanine Craven a run for their money - as this notorious blush hued wine is always rejected by the South African Wine & Spirit Board for not complying with the typicity of Stellenbosch. After lots of tedious back-and-forth, the appeals committee always comes around. At this point, it’s a dance the Cravens know well. Rich strawberry and cherry flavors mingle with herbal accents and subtle mineral undertones, enhanced by a touch of grip. Concrete aging lends purity to the fruit expression, resulting in a wine with a satisfyingly smooth texture and savory depth.