Sweet Riesling (2011)

Lake Erie

Description

Semi-sweet, aromas of honey and white peach which carry over into the flavor, hints of apricot in the finish. Rich smooth texture.

Food & Cheese Pairing

Riesling - dry, semi-dry, or sweet - is an easy wine to pair with many different foods. Pair with fish tacos, lobster, honey baked ham or pork tenderloin, spicy Thai noodles, curried vegetables, sweet and tangy Chinese, fiery Mexican or Tex-Mex recipes that include cilantro, or any salty food, especially appetizers.

Pairs well with savory, washed rind cheeses such as Manchester, and semi-soft cheeses including Fontina and Havarti. Goat’s milk cheeses can pair well, including Ibores from Spain. Gouda, white cheddar and Swiss cheese are also good choices.

Price

$16.99

Wine-making Notes

Grapes were crushed, pressed, cold settled, then transferred to a stainless steel tank. Fermented with select yeasts specific to Riesling, bentonite fined and bottled.

Technical Data

Composition

86% Riesling, 14% Vidal

% Alcohol

12% ABV

% Residual Sugar

4.00%

Total Acid Grams per Liter

7

pH

3.41

Body

light

Aging

Stainless Steel

Type of Fermentation

Traditional

Number of Cases

200

Serving Temperature

40-45°F

Vineyard Name

Old Chautauqua Farm Green Farm “Upper Grove Vineyard”

Soil Type

Chenango Gravel, Loam

Harvest Date

10/15/11

Release Date

02/17/12

Best Enjoyed By:

2016

Varietal Info

Vitis vinifera

Ripening Time: Early to mid October

Cluster: small, round, greenish yellow berries in tightly compacted bunches