{"title":"Alexandria Nicole","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"alexandria-nicole-a-squared-pinot-gris","title":"Alexandria Nicole A Squared Pinot Gris","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlexandria Nicole A Squared Pinot Gris\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml Columbia Valley white wine blending three varietals from Washington's Horse Heaven Hills. The 2018 vintage earned a Gold Medal and 91 points from SavorNW, reflecting the intensity and balance this estate-grown bottling consistently delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Origin: Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley, Washington  |  Blend: 78% Pinot Gris, 12% Chardonnay, 10% Albariño  |  Winery: Alexandria Nicole Cellars  |  Residual Sugar: 0.02%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandria Nicole Cellars produces A Squared entirely from fruit grown at the Destiny Ridge Vineyard in Washington's Horse Heaven Hills. The vineyard is planted at a remarkably high density of 2,000 vines per acre — more than double the typical 900 vines per acre seen across most New World wine regions — which stresses the vines and concentrates flavor in each cluster. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel to preserve the aromatic purity and bright acidity of the blend, and it finishes at a near-bone-dry 0.02% residual sugar, giving it a clean, linear palate despite its fuller body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with ripe peach and honeysuckle before moving into crisp Asian pear, lemon zest, and stone fruit. Underneath, subtle layers of orange blossom, fresh ginger, and a whisper of banana crème add aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is generous with golden apple and lychee, giving way to a mid-palate of pineapple, Bartlett pear, and hazelnut. Beautifully balanced acidity drives through the fuller body, carrying notes of Meyer lemon, orange zest, and melon rind with a mineral backbone that keeps everything structured and lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is medium-long with lingering citrus zest and a clean mineral thread. A faint echo of marshmallow sweetness rounds out the final impression without any cloying residual sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink A Squared Pinot Gris\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Squared drinks well chilled to around 45–50°F, served neat in a standard white wine glass that allows its complex aromatics to develop fully. Its near-dry profile and textural weight also make it versatile in food-friendly pairings and lighter cocktail-style wine drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Wine Spritzer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The citrus zest and mineral backbone hold up beautifully against sparkling water and a twist of lemon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSangria Blanca:\u003c\/strong\u003e The peach and pineapple notes mesh naturally with fresh stone fruit and citrus in a chilled white sangria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKir:\u003c\/strong\u003e A splash of crème de cassis plays off the wine's honeysuckle and pear aromatics for a classic French aperitif.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to Washington State white wines beyond Riesling and Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a seafood dinner where you want more body than a typical Pinot Grigio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer porch sipping when you want aromatic complexity without residual sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a wine enthusiast who appreciates estate-grown, small-production Pacific Northwest wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does A Squared Pinot Gris taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers ripe peach, Asian pear, and golden apple on a fuller-bodied frame, balanced by bright Meyer lemon acidity, a mineral backbone, and an almost completely dry finish at just 0.02% residual sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does A Squared Pinot Gris compare to Chateau Ste. Michelle Pinot Gris?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are Columbia Valley Pinot Gris wines, but A Squared uses a three-varietal blend (adding Chardonnay and Albariño) and is estate-grown from high-density Horse Heaven Hills vines, giving it noticeably more aromatic complexity and textural weight. Chateau Ste. Michelle's version tends toward a lighter, more straightforward Pinot Gris profile at a lower price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs A Squared Pinot Gris good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its layered aromatics, full body, and crisp mineral finish make it an engaging stand-alone sipper, especially when served chilled to around 45–50°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is A Squared Pinot Gris made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Alexandria Nicole Cellars from estate-grown fruit at the Destiny Ridge Vineyard in Washington State's Horse Heaven Hills, a sub-appellation of the larger Columbia Valley AVA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with A Squared Pinot Gris?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pan-seared halibut complements the wine's mineral finish; Thai green curry mirrors its lychee and ginger notes; roasted chicken with herbs matches its fuller body; fresh goat cheese echoes its bright citrus acidity; and grilled shrimp with lemon butter highlights the peach and pear fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does A Squared Pinot Gris come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e A Squared Pinot Gris is available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs A Squared Pinot Gris worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e A Squared positions as a mid-range estate-grown Washington white, and its three-varietal blend, high-density vineyard sourcing, and SavorNW Gold Medal recognition place it firmly above entry-level Columbia Valley Pinot Gris in both quality and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy A Squared Pinot Gris?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates A Squared from most domestic Pinot Gris is its unconventional blend — 78% Pinot Gris bolstered by 12% Chardonnay for mid-palate weight and 10% Albariño for aromatic lift and acidity. The fruit comes from Destiny Ridge Vineyard, where vine density at 2,000 per acre forces lower yields and greater concentration than the Washington average. A Gold Medal and 91 points from SavorNW confirm that the approach translates in the glass. For anyone who finds standard Pinot Grigio too simple but wants something more refreshing than oaked Chardonnay, this wine occupies a distinctive middle ground that few competitors in the Columbia Valley match.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alexandria Nicole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837922177193,"sku":"34694","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Alexandria-Nicole-A-Squared-Pinot-Gris__84719.jpg?v=1730500564"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/alexandria-nicole.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}