Everything Happens For a Riesling
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What makes the Finger Lakes region so special? If you ask winemakers, tourists, and locals alike, they just may tell you it’s because of the Riesling.
Riesling grapes grow especially well in the Finger Lakes due to their need to grow in a cool climate- this is why you’d be less likely to encounter them in California’s Napa Valley.
While some residents may be dreaming of that warm Florida vacation, Finger Lakes winemakers eagerly use the climate to their advantage in crafting some of the best Rieslings in the world. The versatile grape is commonly used for dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet, sweet, and ice wines.
Interested in trying some of the Finger Lakes’ best Rieslings? Take a look below at some award winning picks.
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Dry Riesling: Boundary Breaks Vineyard Lodi, NY
Boundary Breaks describes this wine on their website as “a combination of exceptional fruit flavor with crisp, bracing acidity, which supplies this wine with verve and liveliness”.
Looking to add some verve and liveliness to your next gathering?
Order yours now: Boundary Breaks Dry Riesling #239
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Semi-Sweet Riesling: Keuka Spring Vineyard Penn Yan, NY
Keuka Springs describes this elegant wine on their website: “aromas and flavors of peach and apricot leap to the senses with our luscious Semi Sweet Riesling. Abundant natural tartness beautifully balances the sweetness of the finish”.
Need some beautiful balance to add to your collection?
Order yours now: Keuka Spring Semi-Sweet Riesling
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Riesling Reserve Dry: Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard Dundee, NY
HJW describes this wine on their website: “Extended hangtimes in the long, cool autumns around Seneca Lake allow flavors to develop with structure and complexity. The result is a Riesling with a weighty mouthfeel and a rich, balanced texture”.
Wondering how a long, cool autumn can create an exceptional riesling?
Order yours now: HJW Riesling Reserve Dry