SeaGlass Alcohol Removed Pinot Grigio

SeaGlass's Alcohol Removed Pinot Grigio starts from the same white grape as the familiar northern Italian style, then has the alcohol taken out after fermentation. That puts it in the dealcoholized category, which is a different thing from grape juice. The product details don't list a region, vintage or analysis, so the notes below describe what this style usually delivers, not measured figures for this bottle. Expect a pale straw color and a light, fresh nose of green apple, pear and citrus peel, sometimes with a trace of white blossom or melon. Pinot Grigio is normally made without oak, so there should be no vanilla or toast, just clean fruit. White wine has essentially no tannin, and the dry, crisp acidity is what gives the glass its structure. Removing alcohol takes away some weight and length, so the body tends to be lighter and the finish shorter than in a standard Pinot Grigio. The acidity is what keeps it lively on the palate. Some producers leave a little residual sweetness to compensate, so check the label if you want a bone-dry glass. Serve it well chilled, around 7 to 9°C (45 to 48°F). Cold keeps the acidity crisp, and the fruit tends to go flat once it warms up. It doesn't need decanting. Pour it straight from the fridge into a standard white wine glass or a slightly narrower tulip-shaped glass, which concentrates the delicate citrus and pear aromas. Fill it only a third full so the wine stays cold while you drink. This style works best with light, clean food. Try it with grilled white fish, shrimp, calamari, a lemony chicken dish, or a salad with goat cheese and fresh herbs. It also suits antipasti, such as prosciutto with melon, marinated vegetables and mild cheeses. Skip heavy cream sauces and spicy dishes, which would overwhelm its subtle flavors. This is a drink-now bottle, not one for the cellar. Dealcoholized wines are made for freshness and don't improve with age, so keep it in a cool, dark place and drink it within a reasonable time. Once opened, reseal it and refrigerate it, and finish it within a day or two. The fruit fades quickly after opening.